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 Robert I. Virgil, Ph.D. (left), chair of the Sesquicentennial Commission, a University trustee, former Olin School of Business dean and former executive vice chancellor for University relations, and Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton were on hand April 30 for the dedication of a historical plaque near the site of the original WUSTL campus. Part of the University's Sesquicentennial celebration, the plaque was placed on the southwest corner of 17th Street and Washington Avenue. A reception at the University's Des Lee Gallery followed the dedication.
The text of the plaque reads: Site of the First Washington University Campus. Academic Hall, Washington University's first building completed on its original downtown campus was located near this site when it opened for classes on September 8, 1856. The University moved to its current location on the western edge of Forest Park in 1905. Installed on the occasion of the University's Sesquicentennial celebration during the 2003-2004 academic year. Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton.
For a photo of Academic Hall, please click here.
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