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Mar 9, 2015 · By Brittney Dunkins. Founded in 1877, the Mount Vernon Seminary and College—now the George Washington University Mount Vernon Campus — hit its stride in the 1930s, producing hundreds of women scholars and making plans to expand its campus and programs.
The campus was formerly the home of the Mount Vernon Seminary and College, a private women’s high school and college. This educational institution was founded in 1868 by Elizabeth J. Somers, who played an important role in promoting women's education.
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Seminary. Women's History. Show Comments. The 38.6-acre Mount Vernon Seminary for Girls campus includes 16 buildings, generally brick with Georgian Revival or simple Colonial Revival detailing.
The Mount Vernon Seminary began in 1875 as a private high school and junior college for women, founded by Elizabeth J. Somers. The George Washington University initially affiliated with Mount Vernon College, and ultimately acquired the college's property and legacy in 1999.
The series includes Alumnae Executive Council and Task Force records, alumnae contact information, and reunion files. Series 4 contains files from the Mount Vernon Seminary and College alumnae office including annual reports and correspondence with alumnae.
banquets. weddings. rehearsals. meetings. Reserve Hand Chapel. Note: Hand Chapel does not have an elevator and has limited ADA accessibility. Capacities. Built in the early 1970s, Florence Hollis Hand Chapel is an award-winning multifunctional event space and performing arts center.
