Manasseh Cutler Hall

Manasseh Cutler Hall, Ohio University

Cutler Hall
Location Athens, Ohio
Coordinates 39°19′34″N 82°06′00″W / 39.3261°N 82.1001°W / 39.3261; -82.1001Coordinates: 39°19′34″N 82°06′00″W / 39.3261°N 82.1001°W / 39.3261; -82.1001
Built 1816
Architectural style Federal
NRHP Reference # 66000604
Significant dates
Added to NRHP October 15, 1966[1]
Designated NHL December 21, 1965[2]

Manasseh Cutler Hall at Ohio University in the United States, was completed in 1819. This three story structure, topped by a wooden tower and cupola, is the oldest college building in the Old Northwest. It was named for Manasseh Cutler, a New England physician, botanist, and minister who wrote the University's charter in 1804.[2]

References

  1. National Park Service (2008-04-15). "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service.
  2. 1 2 "Manasseh Cutler Hall, Ohio University". National Historic Landmark summary listing. National Park Service. Retrieved 2008-06-16.


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