Fresno City College, Community college and California Historical Landmark in Fresno, United States
Fresno City College extends across a campus near downtown Fresno with an Old Administration Building featuring Romanesque architecture and terra cotta details.
The institution began operations in 1910 with 20 students and three instructors, establishing itself as the first community college in California and second in the United States.
The Reference Room contains ceiling artwork by Anthony B. Heinsbergen displaying portraits of educators and depicting the progression of education through time.
Students can pursue certifications in culinary arts, firefighting, law enforcement, and nursing programs while accessing free food assistance through the Ram Pantry.
The library entrance features eight terra cotta columns, each with different designs, and contains 100,000 face bricks in various shades throughout its structure.
Location: Fresno
Inception: 1910
Address: 1101 E. University Ave, Fresno, CA, 93741 93741 93741
Website: http://fresnocitycollege.edu
GPS coordinates: 36.76742,-119.79786
Latest update: May 12, 2025 20:36
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