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Old Morrison, Transylvania College

Old Morrison, Transylvania College is a historic place in Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000358.

Lexington, Fayette County, KentuckyListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000358★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Old Morrison, Transylvania College?

Transylvania University is a private liberal arts college in Lexington, Kentucky, United States. It was founded in 1780 and is Kentucky's oldest university. It offers 46 major programs, as well as dual-degree engineering programs, and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Its medical program has graduated 8,000 physicians since 1859.

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Listing details

Name
Old Morrison, Transylvania College
City
Lexington
County
Fayette County
State
Kentucky
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000358
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
38.05149, -84.49336
When was Old Morrison, Transylvania College listed on the National Register?

Old Morrison, Transylvania College was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Old Morrison, Transylvania College located?

Old Morrison, Transylvania College is located in Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky at approximately 38.05149, -84.49336. See the map above.

Is Old Morrison, Transylvania College a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Old Morrison, Transylvania College is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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