
Fisher-Bennett Hall, Philadelphia
Situated at a somewhat unusual site – the juncture of three streets (Walnut, 34th, and the diagonal of the former Woodland Avenue), Bennett Hall has just as unusual plan, determined by the location, with its main façade being on the beveled corner. Because of the slope of the site, the actual height of the building varies from four to six stories.
The symmetrical principal façade is dominated by a central tower over the main entrance, with articulated decorative buttresses crowned by corner spires. The tower is flanked by two-story windows below a battlement at the roof line.
Still, it is not so much the architecture that distinguishes this building, but the fact that it was the first facility at the University built specifically for women. Originally known as Bennett College, the edifice was erected in 1925, designed by architects Stewardson & Page. Inside, other than classrooms, it had a library, a gymnasium and a student union. An important landmark for the campus, the building was generously renovated and upgraded in 2005. Upon re-opening in 2006, it was renamed Fisher-Bennett Hall. Presently, the facility houses the English Department, English Language Programs, Music Department and Cinema Studies among other occupants.
The symmetrical principal façade is dominated by a central tower over the main entrance, with articulated decorative buttresses crowned by corner spires. The tower is flanked by two-story windows below a battlement at the roof line.
Still, it is not so much the architecture that distinguishes this building, but the fact that it was the first facility at the University built specifically for women. Originally known as Bennett College, the edifice was erected in 1925, designed by architects Stewardson & Page. Inside, other than classrooms, it had a library, a gymnasium and a student union. An important landmark for the campus, the building was generously renovated and upgraded in 2005. Upon re-opening in 2006, it was renamed Fisher-Bennett Hall. Presently, the facility houses the English Department, English Language Programs, Music Department and Cinema Studies among other occupants.
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Sight Location: Philadelphia, USA (See walking tours in Philadelphia)
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