Alumni Hall (University of Pittsburgh)
Alumni Hall at the University of Pittsburgh is a Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation Historic Landmark that was formerly known as the Masonic Temple in Pittsburgh. Constructed in 1914-1915, it was designed by renowned architect Benno Janssen of Janssen & Abbot Architects. Other buildings in Pittsburgh's Oakland Cultural District designed by Janssen include the Pittsburgh Athletic Association, Mellon Institute, and Pitt's Eberly Hall (which was known as Alumni Hall prior to 1998).
Alumni Hall | |
Pittsburgh Landmark – PHLF | |
Alumni Hall at the University of Pittsburgh | |
| Location | Fifth and Lytton Avenues Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA |
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| Coordinates | 40°26′44.09″N 79°57′13.90″W |
| Built | 1914-1915 |
| Architect | Benno Janssen |
| Architectural style | Greek Revival |
| Part of | Schenley Farms Historic District (ID83002213) |
| Significant dates | |
| Added to NRHP | July 22, 1983 |
| Designated PHLF | 2002 |
The building's design is that of a classical temple with a well-defined base, midsection and ornamental terra cotta pediment, topped with a clay tile roof. The structure is steel, clad primarily in limestone with terra cotta details. The rear elevation is brick.