SR098 Baptist Orphanage
The original 16 acres on which the orphanage sat was donated by businessman John M. Evans. The very first cottage to be built, which was completed on July 1, 1892, was named for the philanthropist.
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Roanoke Public Libraries
1915
Nelson Harris, George Wade
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SR095 Baptist Orphanage
The cornerstone on the Administration Building was laid on July 4, 1901, becoming occupied in 1902. It’s red-brick castle-like structure was an imposing piece of architecture on the campus. The Administration Building was razed in 1965.
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Roanoke Public Libraries
1910
Nelson Harris, George Wade
Please contact the Virginia Room at 540.853.2073 for permission to use.
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