Fairview in Vancouver in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia — Canada’s West Coast (North America)

Normal School

— City of Vancouver Heritage Building —

Photographed By Adam Margolis, October 14, 2023

1. Normal School Marker

Inscription.
Normal School
Architects: Pearce & Hope

Gothic Revival details such as the arched entranceway, rough granite and sandstone walls, and stained glass windows contribute to this building's image of permanence. School teachers from around the Province were trained in the Normal School from 1908, when it was built, until 1956 when the building was used for government offices. Like its neighbour, the Model School, this building was integrated into City Square, designed by Paul Merrick Architects in 1989, and is now a focal point within this office and commercial complex.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Education • Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the City of Vancouver Heritage Building series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1908.

Location. 49° 15.656′ N, 123° 6.983′ W. Marker is in Vancouver, British Columbia, in Metro Vancouver. It is in Fairview. Marker is on West 12th Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 555 W 12th Avenue, Vancouver BC V5Z 0G1, Canada. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Model School (a few steps from this marker); Vancouver City Hall (about 180 meters away, measured in a direct line); Captain George Vancouver R.N. (about 180 meters away);

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Manzo Nagano (1853 - 1924) (about 180 meters away); Helena Gutteridge (about 240 meters away); Grauer Residence (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Shaw House (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); The Centennial Rocket (approx. 0.6 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Vancouver.

Photographed By Adam Margolis, October 14, 2023

2. Normal School Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on November 27, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 23, 2023, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. This page has been viewed 35 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 23, 2023, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.