Waller Hall on September 4, 2006
Waller Hall is the oldest building on the Willamette University campus and was the university's first brick building. It was built in 1867 and was originally called University Hall.
Historic View of Waller Hall
It was renamed for Reverend Alvin F. Waller, who was responsible for raising the funds for the building, served as agent for the university during its construction & donated land to the university.
Waller Hall on September 4, 2006
A fire in 1891 destroyed the top two floors. It was rebuilt with a mansard roof and a tall tower. A second fire in 1919 left only the outer walls, and it was rebuilt closer to its original appearance.
Waller Hall on September 4, 2006
Waller Hall was was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 20, 1975. Waller Hall was renovated in 1989 and is home to the Cone Chapel and a number of administrative offices, including the President's Office on the top floor.
Waller Hall on September 4, 2006
Additional Links:
Waller Hall at Discover-Neighborhood-History
Historical Photos:
Waller Hall, before first fire (Oregon State Library)
Waller Hall on fire, September 16, 1891 (Salem Public Library)
Waller Hall, after 1891 rebuild (Oregon State Library)
Waller Hall, circa 1907 (Salem Public Library)
Waller Hall after fire in 1919 (Salem Public Library)
Waller Hall circa 1950 (Salem Public Library)
Victory Bell outside Waller Hall on September 4, 2006
Next to Waller Hall is the Victory Bell, "in honor of sounding the spirit of Willamette." It was made by Z. T. Wright of Portland, Oregon and was presented to the university by the physical plant and the Class of 1988 on September 28, 1991.
Monument outside Waller Hall on September 4, 2006
Also outside Waller Hall is this monument commemorating the original Board of Trustees of the Oregon Institute. It was placed by Lewis Judson on February 1, 1972, the 130th anniversary of the founding of the Oregon Institute.
Historical Photos:
Monument Dedication, February 1, 1972 (Salem Public Library)
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