Walker Hall, Historic classroom building at University of Florida, Gainesville, United States.
Description
Walker Hall is a classroom building on the University of Florida campus featuring Late Gothic Revival architecture with pointed arches and decorative stone elements. The structure displays a symmetrical facade and functions as an active educational space within the institution.
History
The building was constructed in 1927 under architect Rudolph Weaver's design and was originally named for its engineering purpose. It was later renamed to honor Professor Edgar S. Walker and became part of the university's historic district.
Culture
The building sits within the university's historic core, where students and faculty move between classrooms and offices throughout the day. Its presence reflects how the campus grew as an academic institution.
Practical
The building sits on campus within the historic district and is easy to locate among other university structures. Modern elevator service provides convenient access to upper floors for visitors and students alike.
Did you know?
The building received special exemptions from standard fire safety requirements and power regulations due to its historic status. These accommodations allowed the original structure to remain while still meeting contemporary safety needs.
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