Crabbe Hall
History
Originally christened as the Hall of Home Economics, the building was constructed in 1919. It was built during the presidency and named for John Grant Crabbe, president from 1916 - 1924.
Named for
John Grant Crabbe was UNC's president from 1916-1924. Crabbe initiated the construction of student residence buildings on the campus. During Crabbe's administration a number of courses in art, music and literature were established.
Current Use
Crabbe Hall houses the administrative offices of the Visual Arts department as well as studios, classrooms and offices for painting, drawing and computer graphics. The third floor is the home to the rehearsal studios and faculty of the Dance Program. The building's "Oakroom Gallery" hosts exhibitions of undergraduate and graduate students and alumni of the arts program.
Building Stats
GSF: 22,440 ASF: 14,865
Architect: Thomas W. Barber
Fund: State