PC Buildings

Spencer Hall dormitory, built in 1912, was partially funded by Mrs. Cyrus McCormick of Chicago and Mrs. John Kennedy of New York at a total cost of $27,500. This three-story dormitory was constructed of pressed brick set in black painted cement and featured Indiana limestone trimmings. The entrance featured four large columns with Corinthian capitals, which were re-used at the Harrington-Peachtree building entrance. Spencer’s 72 rooms were arranged in suites consisting of a bedroom and a study, connected by a bathroom with another study and bedroom.

The building was named after President Almon E. Spencer, president of the college from 1897-1904, a longtime professor and administrator who later served as PC’s interim president at least twice. The dormitory was demolished in 1993 to make room for the Harrington-Peachtree Academic Center, which features a Wall of Spencer using bricks from the original building. The Harrington-Peachtree Center is currently home to social science academic departments, classrooms, and offices.