National Register of Historic Places

Weiss Hall

Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Listed
November 27, 1972
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
72001134

About this property

Weiss Hall, also known as the Judge Edmund Taylor House, is an historic dormitory that is located on the campus of Wilkes University at Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. Built circa 1895, this historic structure is a two-and-one-half-story, stone, brick, and shingled building that was designed in the Queen Anne style. It features a tower, a recessed third floor balcony, steep gables, a large side porch, and stained glass windows. It was built as a residence and later acquired by Wilkes College and used as a residence hall.

Location

98 S. River St.
Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
41.24651, -75.88638

Categories

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Weiss Hall listed on the National Register?

Weiss Hall was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 27, 1972.

What type of historic resource is Weiss Hall?

Weiss Hall is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Weiss Hall?

The period of significance for Weiss Hall is recorded as the industrial era.

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