Varsity Gymnasium Construction, interior, photo 1

This image shows the interior of Varsity Gymnasium at Appalachian State University (1967-current) during its construction in February 1968. A large cement hole can be seen in the floor with cement supports in the center. Two workers can be seen on the left. It was completed in 1968 and attached to the western side of Broome-Kirk Gymnasium. It was used for basketball games, convocations, and other events, and could accommodate up to 8,000 people.

Physical Education

Athletics

Appalachian State University

General Picture File, 2004.040, Box 6, Smith-Wright Hall, C14.1.6.6.

University Archives, Appalachian State University

2/22/1968

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1960s

Appalachian State University

Varsity Gymnasium (1968)

Series 1 -- Campus and Buildings

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