South Hall, University building at University of California, Berkeley, US
South Hall stands as a four-story Second Empire style structure constructed with brick cells, featuring a distinctive mansard roof and ornate architectural details.
Built in 1873 as one of two original campus buildings, South Hall remains the oldest structure at the University of California, Berkeley campus.
The building established educational milestones by housing the first physics laboratory in the United States and serving various academic departments throughout its history.
South Hall currently functions as the School of Information, maintaining its educational purpose while preserving its historical architecture through careful renovations.
A small stone bear sculpture, created by Michael H. Casey, sits on the balcony railing above the entrance, representing the smallest bear statue on campus.
Location: Berkeley
Inception: 1873
GPS coordinates: 37.87133,-122.25850
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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