Biddle Memorial Hall, Charlotte
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Biddle Memorial Hall is a historic building located on the campus of Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 1883, and is a 3 1/2-story, five bay Romanesque style brick and stone building on a raised basement. It features an elaborate clock tower with a pyramidal slate roof and baritizans at each corner. It was built as the main building for the school established in 1867 by the Presbyterian church for the education of African-American students. It was named in 1923 to honor Mary D. Biddle who donated $1,400 to the school. ()
Built: 1883 (141 years ago)Coordinates: 35°14'37"N, 80°51'25"W
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Center City (Biddleville)Charlotte
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- Calculate routeJohnson C. Smith University 3 min walk
- Calculate routeFrench Street 5 min walk
- Calculate routeBruns Avenue 7 min walk
- Calculate routeWesley Heights 12 min walk
- Calculate routeWest 5th Street at Martin Street 5 min walk
- Calculate routeRozzelles Ferry Road at Trade Street 5 min walk
- Calculate route7th Street 40 min walk
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Biddle Memorial Hall?
Nearby attractions include Biddleville, Charlotte (5 min walk), Ray's Splash Planet, Charlotte (13 min walk), Irwin Creek Greenway, Charlotte (14 min walk), Seversville Park, Charlotte (17 min walk).
How to get to Biddle Memorial Hall by public transport?
The nearest stations to Biddle Memorial Hall:
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Tram
- Johnson C. Smith University • Lines: Gold (3 min walk)
- French Street • Lines: Gold (5 min walk)
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- West 5th Street at Martin Street • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
- Rozzelles Ferry Road at Trade Street • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Light rail
- 7th Street • Lines: Blue (40 min walk)
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