Old Main

Old Main, shown here circa 1883, was the center of learning at East Alabama Male College (now Auburn University) until it burned in 1887. Samford Hall, which replaced it, was named for William J. Samford, Alabama's 31st governor.

Exterior of Old Main Building at East Alabama Male College (now Auburn University). Pictured in the foreground are numerous students standing on the lawn.
Courtesy of the Auburn University Libraries
Exterior of Old Main Building at East Alabama Male College (now Auburn University). Pictured in the foreground are numerous students standing on the lawn.