Athens in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Holmes/Hunter Academic Building
Photographed By David Seibert, February 10, 2008
1. Holmes/Hunter Academic Building Marker
On Jan. 6, 1961, Hamilton Holmes and Charlayne Hunter became the first two African American students to enroll at the University of Georgia when they walked past the historic Arch and into this building to register for classes. On this day, January 9, 2001, as part of the 40th Anniversary celebration of the desegregation of the University, we salute the courage and fortitude displayed by these students and their families in paving the way for others to follow.
Erected 2001 by University of Georgia.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Education • Notable Events. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1765.
Location. 33° 57.44′ N, 83° 22.512′ W. Marker is in Athens, Georgia, in Athens-Clarke County. Marker can be reached from Broad Street (U.S. 78). The marker is located in front of the Holmes/Hunter Building on the Old (North) Campus of the University of Georgia. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Athens GA 30601, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. University of Georgia (within shouting distance of this marker); The Red and Black (within shouting distance of this marker); Robert Toombs Oak (within shouting distance of this marker); Commeration of the Golden Anniversary of a Classic Partnership
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Photographed By David Seibert, May 30, 2009
2. Holmes/Hunter Academic Building
The marker is to the right in this view, shaded by trees and other plants.
The Holmes/Hunter Academic Building is actually two buildings joined together. The building on the left was built in 1831 as a classroom and library; it was known as the Ivy Building. The building on the right was built in 1862 as a larger library. The two buildings were joined in 1905; the columns were added at this time.
The Holmes/Hunter Academic Building is actually two buildings joined together. The building on the left was built in 1831 as a classroom and library; it was known as the Ivy Building. The building on the right was built in 1862 as a larger library. The two buildings were joined in 1905; the columns were added at this time.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 16, 2018. It was originally submitted on September 22, 2008, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 2,654 times since then and 90 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on September 22, 2008, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. 2. submitted on May 30, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Christopher Busta-Peck was the editor who published this page.
