Architecture Department Carpenter Hall Rededication Records

Architecture Department Carpenter Hall Rededication Records, 1991-1992

Overview of the Collection

Title: Architecture Department Carpenter Hall Rededication Records
Dates: 1991-1992 (inclusive)
19911992
Quantity: .25 Linear feet of shelf space, (1 box)
Collection Number: Archives 314 (collection)
Summary: This collection consists of documentation created in preparation for the rededication ceremony, including planning and the history, of Carpenter Hall.
Repository: Washington State University Libraries' Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections (MASC)
Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections
Terrell Library Suite 12
Pullman, WA
99164-5610
Telephone: 509-335-6691
mascref@wsu.edu
Access Restrictions: This collection is open and available for research use.
Languages: English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

In 1991, WSU renovated its historic Carpenter Hall and rededicated it for the School of Architecture. Robert Weaver, the first head of the Architecture department, designed the original Mechanic Arts Building, which was constructed ca. 1915 (due to various restrictions, it was not fully completed until 1926). It received its current name in 1949, in honor of Hubert Vincent Carpenter, former Dean for the College of Mechanic Arts. In 1990, the university began renovations and held a rededication ceremony on April 25, 1992.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

This collection was likely the personal files of Professor Robert Allen, event coordinator. It consists of documentation created in preparation for the rededication ceremony, including planning and the history of Carpenter Hall.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Materials are subject to copyright.

Preferred Citation

[Item Description] Architecture Department Carpenter Hall Rededication Records, 1991-1992 (Archives 314)

Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections, Washington State University Libraries, Pullman, WA.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Arrangement

The collection was rearranged into a subject-based organization, with documents relating to the planning of the rededication ceremony preceding items relating to the history of Carpenter Hall.

Acquisition Information

The materials in this collection were received at the Washington State University Libraries’ Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections (MASC) on November 8th 1996 from WSU's Architecture Department and retained as UA96-14.

Processing Note

This collection was processed in February, 2012 by PhD History student Shawna Herzog.

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Container(s)		Description
Box	item
1	1	Rededication brochures, attendee lists, calendars, invitations, correspondence, 1991-1992
1	2	Building plan descriptions for exhibit by David Rash, 1991-1992
1	3	Historical programs, photos, information, 1915-1949 (photocopies)

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Corporate Names

Washington State University -- Buildings -- History
Washington State University. Carpenter Hall -- Archives

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