University of Virginia near Charlottesville in Albemarle County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Alderman Library
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), May 17, 2024
Edwin Anderson Alderman
First President of the University 1904 - 1931
"Nothing more than education advances the prosperity, the power and the happiness of a nation" Th. Jefferson
Erected by The Seven Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1904.
Location. 38° 2.177′ N, 78° 30.324′ W. Marker is near Charlottesville, Virginia, in Albemarle County. It is in University of Virginia. Marker can be reached from McCormick Road south of University Avenue, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Charlottesville VA 22903, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. James Rogers McConnell (within shouting distance of this marker); James Monroe’s First Farm (within shouting distance of this marker); Honor Men Address (within shouting distance of this marker); ACLU Case Brings Full Coeducation to UVA (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Edgar Allan Poe (about 300 feet away); Henry Martin (about 300 feet away); These Garden Walls (about 300 feet away); 'Coat and Tie Rebellion' Marker (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Charlottesville.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), May 17, 2024
Credits. This page was last revised on May 17, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 17, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 39 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 17, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.