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Building: Lamson Lodge, 1941
Architect/Designer: William Gehron
History: The interior of the lodge was gutted by fire in 1941 the night after its dedication and later rebuilt by college workmen. Originally used by the campus as home to the Women's Athletic Association, Lamson also served as the campus pub from 1983 until the Roost was opened on the third floor of Slayter in 1993.
Building Style: Academic Georgian style
Named For: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Lamson of Toledo. Mr. Lamson served as a trustee from 1907 to 1941.
Current Use: It is currently used by women's athletics and as a student social space.