Troy in Pike County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Cowart Hall
Photographed By Tim & Renda Carr, December 11, 2010
1. Cowart Hall Marker
Named for Fletcher Thomas Cowart, a Troy University professor of natural science from 1890 to 1919. Cowart Hall was constructed in 1950. Originally a men’s dormitory, it was later used to house junior and senior women students. The structure was made necessary because the heavy influx of male students using the G. I. Bill following the end of World War II more than tripled the enrollment of the campus over pre-war totals.Erected by Troy University.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1890.
Location. 31° 47.95′ N, 85° 57.335′ W. Marker is in Troy, Alabama, in Pike County. Marker is on University Avenue, on the right. Marker located in front of Cowart Hall on the campus of Troy University. Cowart Hall is located on the west side of the parking quad off University Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Troy AL 36081, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Cowart Hall (a few steps from this marker); Shackelford Hall (about 300 feet away, measured
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Photographed By Tim & Renda Carr, December 11, 2010
2. Fletcher Jackson Cowart Hall and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on December 12, 2010, by Timothy Carr of Birmingham, Alabama. This page has been viewed 822 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 12, 2010, by Timothy Carr of Birmingham, Alabama. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
