Fike Recreation Center, front exterior

TitleFike Recreation Center, front exterior

CollectionsClemson University Historical Images

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Descriptive InformationExterior 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

LocationsFike Recreation Center, Pickens County, South Carolina, United States(34.68066,-82.84209)

TopicsCollege buildings
Field houses
Physical education facilities
Fike Recreation Center (Clemson, S.C.)

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