Chapman Hall

Chapman Hall is a rectangular building featuring terra cotta and brick facades on the northeast corner of the Memorial Quad at University of Oregon. The structure combines functional classrooms with communal spaces while maintaining its original architectural character.

The building was completed in 1939, funded through the Works Progress Administration program and designed by architect Ellis F Lawrence. It was named after Charles H Chapman and marks an important moment in campus development during the Great Depression.

The building houses the Robert D Clark Honors College, where advanced students work in dedicated academic spaces. The layout supports close interaction between students and instructors.

The building underwent extensive renovation in 2019 that improved accessibility and modernized classroom technologies. Visitors will find well-equipped interior spaces that are easy to navigate.

The building preserves its original fireplace with ceramic tiles, a crafted detail from its construction era. It stands as the last structure on campus to use terra cotta construction, making it architecturally distinctive.

Location: Eugene

Inception: 1939

Part of: University of Oregon

GPS coordinates: 44.04540,-123.07700

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:41