University College, National historic university building at St. George Campus, Toronto, Canada
The collegiate structure features a central tower, two extending wings, and a round building enclosing a traditional campus quadrangle at its northern end.
Founded in 1859 as a secular institution, University College marked the transition from religious to government-supported higher education in Canada.
The building represents a combination of medieval and Romanesque Revival architectural elements, with stone construction and detailed exterior ornamentation.
Students access academic resources, classrooms, and study areas within the building, which continues its educational functions since the nineteenth century.
A fire in 1890 destroyed the eastern section, yet the exterior walls remained standing, allowing reconstruction that preserved the original architectural design.
Location: Toronto
Inception: 1859
Architects: Cumberland and Storm, David Brash Dick, Mathers & Haldenby
Official opening: October 4, 1859
Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture
Part of: University of Toronto
Address: 15 King's College Circle, Toronto ON M5S 3H7
Website: https://uc.utoronto.ca
GPS coordinates: 43.66320,-79.39582
Latest update: May 12, 2025 10:32
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