National Register of Historic Places

South Florida Military College

Bartow, Polk County, Florida
Listed
July 23, 1972
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
72000349

About this property

The South Florida Military and Educational Institute was established in 1895 by Evander M. Law in Bartow, Florida, United States, and is considered one of several predecessors of the University of Florida. It was renamed the South Florida Military College in 1903 and was granted the authority to confer degrees. The school stressed scientific and technological studies. The college was abolished in 1905 by the Buckman Act and some of its civil engineering equipment was transferred to the University of Florida at Gainesville. The college's remaining building is a historic site located at 1100 South Broadway which served as a dormitory, and after the college's closure as a private home. On July 24, 1972, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.

Location

1100 S. Broadway
Bartow, Polk County, Florida
27.88558, -81.84258

Categories

EDUCATION
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Sources

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When was South Florida Military College listed on the National Register?

South Florida Military College was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 23, 1972.

What type of historic resource is South Florida Military College?

South Florida Military College is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for South Florida Military College?

The period of significance for South Florida Military College is recorded as the industrial era.

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