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Sanctuary on County Line: The Crown Jewel of Mississippi

Tougaloo College stands as one of Mississippi’s most storied liberal arts institutions—widely respected for academic excellence and a nationally recognized civil rights legacy. Here, a proud heritage of social justice meets forward-looking innovation across classrooms, labs, and community spaces.

Explore 19th-century landmarks like the Mansion and Woodworth Chapel alongside modern hubs such as the Bennie G. Thompson Academic & Civil Rights Research Center, Coleman Library, and the Owens Health & Wellness Center. Browse the highlights below—or open the interactive Campus Map to find each location, get context, and plan your route.

Historic Buildings

Explore the historic landmarks that tell the story of Tougaloo College's rich heritage and enduring legacy.

Robert O. Wilder Building, a Victorian mansion with distinctive architectural features 19th Century

Robert O. Wilder Building (The Mansion)

Built: 19th Century Status: Under Construction

One of the College’s original structures and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Mansion—also known as the Boddie House—anchors the historic core of campus. Built during the 19th Century, it embodies the site’s architectural legacy and, following restoration, will continue to serve as a defining symbol of Tougaloo’s past and future.

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Frank G. Woodworth Chapel with distinctive bell tower and colonial architecture 1901

Frank G. Woodworth Chapel

Built: 1901 Type: Chapel & Auditorium

Built in 1901, Woodworth Chapel is the spiritual heart of the College. It hosts worship services, convocations, and community gatherings, and is home to Union United Church of Christ, whose roots on campus extend more than a century—connecting generations through faith, reflection, and service.

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Holmes Hall, a 1926 academic building 1926

Holmes Hall

Built: 1926 Type: Academic Building

Erected in 1926 to provide classrooms and to house the Ellen Upson Woodworth Library, Holmes Hall remains a cornerstone of academic life. The building continues to support teaching and learning across disciplines, reflecting Tougaloo’s enduring commitment to scholarly excellence.

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Academic Buildings

Modern and historic facilities supporting academic excellence across all disciplines, from cutting-edge laboratories to specialized research centers.

Bennie G. Thompson Academic and Civil Rights Research Center exterior 2011

Bennie G. Thompson Academic and Civil Rights Research Center

Built: 2011 Features: Lecture Hall, Seminar Rooms, Conference Suite

Dedicated in 2011, this 27,000-sq-ft hub anchors academic collaboration and civil rights research. Named for alumnus and U.S. Congressman Bennie G. Thompson, it offers flexible classrooms, seminar rooms, a large conference suite, and a 120-seat lecture hall with modern A/V throughout.

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Kincheloe Science Hall, two-story brick and concrete structure 1959

Kincheloe Hall

Built: 1959 Current Use: School of Natural Sciences

A two-story facility for biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Built in 1959 and renovated in 1999, it includes a lecture hall, classrooms, computer science spaces, and teaching and research labs. Named for Dr. Samuel C. Kincheloe, College president from 1956–1960.

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Ballard Hall, historic home of the Music Department 1886

Ballard Hall

Built: 1886 Current Use: Music Department

Built in 1886 for the Tougaloo Preparatory School, Ballard Hall now houses the Department of Music. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it honors Stephen Ballard of Brooklyn, New York, whose generosity made construction possible.

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Pope Cottage, second oldest building on campus 1885

Pope Cottage

Built: 1885 Current Use: Mass Communication

Constructed in 1885 as the residence of President Stanley Pope (1877–1887), this is the second-oldest campus building. Now home to Mass Communication, Pope Cottage is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Berkshire Cottage Academic Living and Learning Center 1994

Berkshire Cottage

Built: 1994 Current Use: School of Humanities, English

Completed in 1994 after the 1894 original was lost to fire in 1991, this two-wing “Academic Living and Learning Center” houses classrooms, the Division of Humanities, and residence space for male students.

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Sarah A. Dickey Memorial Health Center 1927

Sarah A. Dickey Memorial Health Center

Built: 1927 Current Use: Jackson Heart Study

A one-story brick facility built in 1927, remodeled in 1968, and renovated in 2011. Adjacent to Kincheloe Hall, it houses the Jackson Heart Study and honors educator Sarah A. Dickey, founder of Mt. Hermon Seminary in Clinton, Mississippi.

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Administration Buildings

The operational heart of campus, housing student services, administrative offices, and support facilities that keep Tougaloo College running smoothly.

Edward O. Blackmon Administration Building 1947

Edward O. Blackmon Administration Building

Built: 1947 Services: President, Provost, Registrar, Financial Aid

Built in 1947 as Judson Cross Hall and renovated in 2001, the building was re-dedicated in 2003 to honor Edward O. Blackmon. This two-story colonial landmark houses core administrative offices and daily student services that keep the College running.

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Jamerson Hall, historic two-story building 1918

Jamerson Hall

Built: 1918 Services: Student Affairs, Career Planning

Erected in 1918 to house single female teachers, Jamerson later served as classrooms and a dormitory before a 1957 remodel. Today it provides offices for Student Affairs and Career Planning, meeting rooms for student groups, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Galloway Hall, historic Social Sciences building 1930

Galloway Hall

Built: 1930 Current Use: Division of Social Sciences

Built in 1930 as a men’s dormitory with support from the General Education Board, Galloway Hall now houses the Division of Social Sciences. Named for Bishop Charles B. Galloway, it is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Alumni House, former Dean's Cottage 1929

Alumni House

Built: 1929 Current Use: Alumni Affairs

Constructed in 1929 and known as the Dean’s Cottage, this 3,000-sq-ft home is a surviving example of faculty housing from the early-to-mid 20th century. It now serves as the office for Alumni Affairs and alumni engagement.

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Campus Buildings

A quick look at three highly used facilities on campus—the library, wellness center, and Warren Hall—along with what they house today.

Exterior of L. Zenobia Coleman Library 1972

L. Zenobia Coleman Library

Built: 1972 Currently houses: Library, Career Services, Information Technology, Archives

Opened in 1972 and named for longtime librarian L. Zenobia Coleman, the three-and-a-half-story library offers study carrels, computer workstations, listening and conference rooms, the Naomi J. Townsend Faculty Study, and the Jeanetta C. Roach Seminar Room. It also houses Career Services, IT, and the College Archives.

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George A. and Ruth B. Owens Health, Wellness, and Human Resources Center exterior 1998

Owens Health & Wellness Center

Built: 1998 Currently houses: Kroger Gymnasium, Dental Clinic, Fitness Center, Pool, Medical Clinic

Completed in 1998 through a HUD grant, the 48,000-sq-ft Owens Center serves campus and community with health and wellness services. It includes the Kroger Gymnasium, fitness center, pool, medical and dental clinics, and student health services, and honors President George A. Owens (1964–1984) and his wife.

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Warren Hall exterior 1962

Warren Hall

Built: 1962 Currently houses: Cafeteria, Office of Student Engagement, Co-Op, Mailroom

Constructed in 1962 and dedicated to President Harold C. Warren (1947–1955), Warren Hall contains the main dining facility, college store, snack bar, and recreation spaces. It also houses the Office of Student Engagement, the campus co-op, and the mailroom.

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Residence Halls

Comfortable and safe living environments that foster community, academic success, and personal growth. Our residence halls provide more than just housing—they're home.

Rice Hall, modern women's dormitory 2001

Rice Hall

Built: 2001 Capacity: 203 beds Type: Women's Dormitory

Rice Hall is a 45,000 square foot women's dormitory constructed in 2001. This three-story, suite-style dormitory features study lounges, laundry facilities, and dedicated quiet spaces designed to support academic success and community building among residents.

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Berkshire Hall residence facility 1994

Berkshire Hall A & B

Built: 1994 Capacity: 140 beds Type: Academic Living Center

Part of the Berkshire Cottage complex completed in 1994, this two-wing "Academic Living and Learning Center" provides 150 dormitory rooms for male students alongside classrooms and the Division of Humanities. It replaced the original 1894 Berkshire that was damaged by fire in 1991.

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Jennie Renner Residence Hall 1972

Renner Hall

Built: 1972 Capacity: 198 beds Type: House System

Jennie Renner Residence Hall, built in 1972, is a two-story, 200-person capacity concrete structure which has five houses. Each house consists of 20 student rooms, a counselor's apartment, two lounges and two baths, creating a close-knit community environment for residents.

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Addison Albert Branch Residence Hall 1972

A.A. Branch Hall

Built: 1972 Capacity: 152 beds Type: Upper Class Housing

Addison Albert Branch Residence Hall, built in 1972, is a two-story, 160 student capacity modern complex comprised of four houses. Currently houses upper class students. Dr. Branch was a long-serving dean of the College who also served as acting president from 1955-1956.

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