Watauga Hall Demolition, 1980, photo 5

This image shows the demolition of Watauga Residence Hall, built 1929, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in March 1980. The remains of the first floor can be seen in the foreground, and Varsity Gym, built 1968, and Belk Library, built 1968, can be seen in the background. Originally known as Dauph-Blan Hall, Watauga Hall served as a dormitory for women, and was situated on the promenade facing south, between the Administration Building, built 1924, and White Hall, built 1924. The building was torn down to add to the Sanford Mall area.

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General Picture File, 2004.040, Box 3, Construction/Demolition, C14.1.6.3.

University Archives, Appalachian State University

1980-03-11

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Appalachian State University. Office of Housing and Residence Life

Dauph-Blan Residence Hall (1929). Watauga Residence Hall (1929)

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