Dance class in Fike Recreation CenterClemson University LibrariesUA100_001256; On Back: [Fike Recreation Center, interior]; Photo: Frank Stieglitz. Stamped: TAPS '78
Construction on 1975 addition to Fike Recreation CenterClemson University LibrariesExterior shot of Fike Recreation Center under construction during the 1975 renovation and addition. Smoke stack from physical plant visible in background. On back: [Fike Recreation Center]; File: Campus Scenes Construction; 10 180; [01-87]; UA100_001125
Fike Recreation Center, conceptual renderingClemson University LibrariesArchitectural rendering of the proposed renovation to Fike Recreation Center, which was completed in 1975. Rendering appears to be conceptual; both the landscape and the building differ significantly from the final renovation. On back: [Fike Recreation Center sketch]; Series 100; Buildings - Fike Field House; UA100_001124
Fike Recreation Center, side entranceClemson University LibrariesExterior shot of west side entrance to Fike Recreation Center, showing the dividing between the new brick of the 1975 addition (right of entrance) and the old brick of the "little gym" in the original Field House complex (left of entrance). The original Field House consisted of a large gym designed by Rudolph E. Lee built in 1930; a smaller gym added prior to 1940, and a front addition with athletic officers and lockers room completed in 1941. On back: New part of Fike Recreation Center; Fike 1982; UA100-001126
Fike Recreation Center, rear exteriorClemson University LibrariesPhoto of south-facing rear of 1975 addition to Fike Recreation Center. The exterior of the "little gym" in the original Field House complex is visible on the far left, and can be distinguished from the newer addition by the change in brick color and architectural styles. The original Field House consisted of a large gym designed by Rudolph E. Lee built in 1930; a smaller gym added prior to 1940, and a front addition with athletic officers and lockers room completed in 1941. On back: [Fike Recreation Center]; 900379-23; UA100_001127
Fike Recreation Center, front exteriorClemson University LibrariesExterior shot of front entrance to Fike Recreation Center, prior to its extensive renovation in 1975. The building, formerly known as the Field House, was renamed in 1966 by the Clemson Board of Trustees to honor IPTAY founder Dr. Rupert Fike. At the time this photo was taken, Fike Recreation Center consisted of a large gym designed by Rudolph E. Lee and built in 1930; a smaller gym added prior to 1940; and a front addition with athletic officers and lockers room completed in 1941 The sign in front of the building reads: ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT CLEMSON UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC TICKET OFFICE On back: [Before 1950]; [Fike]; Clemson College Field House - before 1950, according to Bob Bradley, Sports Information Director - may, 1978; phs fu; UA100_001123
Gillespie and Jones examine diving tower in Fike Recreation CenterClemson University LibrariesUA100_001249; On Back: [Fike Recreation Center, interior, comstruction]; DIVING TOWER-- D.D Gillespie (left) and George C. Jones examine a diving tower which Gillespie's Construction Company is erecting in Clemson University's natatorium in Fike Recreation Center. Gillespie and Jones helped construct the original building over 40 years ago. The present addition is increasing Fike's size by three times.