Auburn in Lee County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
East Alabama Male College
Centennial Garden
— 1856 – 1956 —
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, October 16, 2021
1. East Alabama Male College Marker
commentates the granting of a state charter to the
East Alabama Male College
February 1, 1856
Established by Alabama Methodists
to foster Christian education.
Formally opened on October 1, 1859
Used as a Confederate hospital, 1864-1866.
Deeded to the state for the establishment in Auburn of
The Agriculture and Mechanical College of Alabama
February 26, 1872
Officially renamed
The Alabama Polytechnic Institute
January 27, 1899
This garden, part of an area used for athletics and military drill now memorializes a century of service to Alabama and the nation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education.
Location. 32° 36.273′ N, 85° 29.031′ W. Marker is in Auburn, Alabama, in Lee County. Marker can be reached from Foy Union Circle. Located in Ross Square. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 212 N Ross St, Auburn University AL 36849, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Auburn University (within shouting distance of this marker); Auburn WWI Memorial (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Lathe (about 400 feet away); The East Alabama Methodist College
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Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, October 16, 2021
2. East Alabama Male College Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on October 17, 2021. It was originally submitted on October 16, 2021, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. This page has been viewed 255 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 16, 2021, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
