Estey Hall

  • Address: 721 S. Wilmington St., Shaw University, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Area: Downtown Raleigh
  • Phone: 919.546.8321

About

Built in 1874, Estey Hall is the nation’s first dormitory for women on a co-educational campus and is Shaw University’s oldest surviving building. It was named for benefactor Jacob Estey and Company of Vermont. Bricks for the construction were handmade on the grounds of the university. Women first attended classes here in home economics, music, art and religion. Estey Hall remained a women’s dorm until 1968 and was closed in 1970. It was reopened in recent years as office space. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-4pm.

  • About

    Built in 1874, Estey Hall is the nation’s first dormitory for women on a co-educational campus and is Shaw University’s oldest surviving building. It was named for benefactor Jacob Estey and Company of Vermont. Bricks for the construction were handmade on the grounds of the university. Women first attended classes here in home economics, music, art and religion. Estey Hall remained a women’s dorm until 1968 and was closed in 1970. It was reopened in recent years as office space. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-4pm.

  • Amenities
    General Amenities
    • Accessible to People with Disabilities:
    • Elevators Indoor:
    • Season of Operation: academic year
    • Monday Hours: 9am-4pm
    • Tuesday Hours: 9am-4pm
    • Wednesday Hours: 9am-4pm
    • Thursday Hours: 9am-4pm
    • Friday Hours: 9am-4pm
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