Missoula in Missoula County, Montana — The American West (Mountains)
Journalism Building
University of Montana Historic District
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 20, 2019
1. Journalism Building Marker
Dean Arthur Stone pitched four tents near the Oval in 1914, thereby founding the University’s School of Journalism. An old bicycle shed and later World War I army barracks served as quarters for this discipline, then considered “non-essential.” After a long struggle, the Public Works Administration appropriated building funds. Architects R. C. Hugenin of Butte and Norman DeKay of Helena designed the 1937 Renaissance Revival-inspired building, adding liberal modern touches and asymmetrically placed windows. Home of the university newspaper, The Kaimin, and dedicated to Dean Stone, this building represents the hard-won acceptance of journalism as an academic discipline.Erected by Montana National Register Sign Program.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Communications • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Montana National Register Sign Program series list.
Location. 46° 51.534′ N, 113° 59.072′ W. Marker is in Missoula, Montana,
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Forestry Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Nobel Laureate (within shouting distance of this marker); Chemistry-Pharmacy Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Women's Hall (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Men's Gymnasium (about 400 feet away); All gave some, some gave all (about 400 feet away); University Hall (about 400 feet away); First Architect (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Missoula.
More about this marker. This marker is located on the University of Montana campus. See https://www.campus-maps.com/umt/ for an interactive campus map.
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 20, 2019
2. Journalism Building and Marker
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 20, 2019
3. Journalism Building
Credits. This page was last revised on January 4, 2020. It was originally submitted on January 4, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 132 times since then and 45 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 4, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
