Pineville in Rapides Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Alexandria Hall
Photographed by Cajun Scrambler, May 29, 2021
1. Alexandria Hall Marker
For a century and among generations of alumni, this iconic academic building has symbolized Louisiana College. When the future of the college remained in doubt following a destructive fire, the people of Alexandria, Louisiana came forward with tremendous financial support. Generous contributions flowed in and funded the construction of what became this magnificent new home for the Baptist college on the hill. The National Register of Historic places calls its neo-classical design "one of Pineville's most architecturally impressive historic buildings. The renowned firm R.H Hunt of Chattanooga and Dallas drew up the plans for this imposing three-story brick building on August 28, 1920. The Alexandria architect C. Scott Yeager Sr. supervised its two-year construction. President Claybrook Cottingham counted its opening as one of his greatest accomplishments.
"The Builder of all things is God Hebrews 3:4
Erected by Louisiana College.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Education.
Location. 31° 19.533′ N, 92° 25.602′ W. Marker is in Pineville, Louisiana, in Rapides Parish. It is on Allen Drive 0.1 miles east of College Drive, on the right
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Regionally, this marker is in Central Louisiana and in Acadiana Cajun Country. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Deep South. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Viceroyalty of New France, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, the Louisiana Purchase, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Louisiana College (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Alexandria Hall (a few steps from this marker); In Honor and Memory of Louisiana College Students (within shouting distance of this marker); G. Earl Guinn (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Richard W. Norton Memorial Library (about 300 feet away); Governor Jimmie Davis (about 300 feet away); Hixson Student Center (about 300 feet away); Martin Performance Arts Center (MPAC) (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Pineville.
Photographed by Cajun Scrambler, May 29, 2021
2. Alexandria Hall Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 4, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 4, 2021, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 450 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 4, 2021, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
