Fountain Hall

Fountain Hall is a High Victorian Gothic building with tall vertical elements on the Morris Brown College campus in Atlanta. The structure features a brick facade with a distinctive clock tower and underwent recent restoration with National Park Service funding.

The building was constructed in 1882 by architect G. L. Norrman and was renamed in 1930 to honor former college president Bishop William A. Fountain. It served as the principal structure on the original campus, housing various academic and religious spaces throughout its history.

The building represents the advancement of African American education and has served as a place of learning and community gatherings since its founding. It embodies the academic traditions that continue to be valued at this historic campus.

The building sits on the Morris Brown College campus and is easily visible from outside, with the clock tower serving as a clear landmark for orientation. Walking around the structure reveals different views of its brick facade and architectural details from multiple angles.

The building was originally called Stone Hall before being renamed in 1930, a detail many visitors overlook. The clock tower's natural stone appearance was restored to match its original character during the recent renovation work.

Location: Fulton County

Inception: 1882

Architects: G. L. Norrman

Architectural style: High Victorian Gothic

GPS coordinates: 33.75442,-84.40877

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:47