Gerberding Hall, Administration building at Red Square, University of Washington, United States.
Gerberding Hall is a four-story administration building at Red Square of the University of Washington, constructed entirely of cast stone in Gothic Revival style. The structure features a prominent square tower with two three-story wings extending from its sides.
The building was constructed in 1949 as the first major structure built after World War II, and was renamed in 1995 to honor University President William P. Gerberding. This renaming recognized his important contributions to the institution's development.
The outside walls display sculptures by Dudley Pratt showing different fields of study, including a Siberian Husky and a figure with a calculating machine. These artworks reflect the range of knowledge taught at the university.
The building houses the office of the university president and various administrative departments at the center of campus. Visitors can view the exterior and tower from outside, though access to interior spaces is primarily restricted to staff.
The tower was designed as a belfry but stood silent for decades; only in 2008 were the eight Gordon Stuart Peek Foundation Memorial Bells installed, set up for change ringing. A relief shield over the tower doorway shows Herbert Condon with the words "Friend of Youth".
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