Eleutherian College, National Historic Landmark college in Lancaster, Indiana.
The three-story limestone building features a bell tower above the entrance and contains a chapel with six tall windows on the first floor.
Founded in 1848 as Eleutherian Institute, the college provided education to students regardless of race or gender during the pre-Civil War period.
The college name derives from the Greek word eleutheros, representing the institution's commitment to freedom and equality in education during the 1850s.
Visitors can schedule guided tours of the restored building through Historic Eleutherian College Inc., which maintains the property as a museum.
Between 1855 and 1861, African American students made up one-third of the student population, making it a pioneer in integrated education.
Location: Indiana
Inception: 1848
GPS coordinates: 38.83083,-85.51639
Latest update: March 7, 2025 02:35
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