Benezet House
Historic dormitory at Penn Center
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Benezet House, also known as Benezette House, is an historic dormitory located on the campus of Penn Center. It was erected in 1905 and named after Frenchman, Anthony Benezet, who stood for freedom in the mid- and late-1870's. The female teachers and female boarding students of Penn School were housed here. The mandatory nightly chapel service held in the ground floor lobby was, however, open to both male and female students. This location was the focal point of home economics training for female students, each of whom were required to reside in Benezet before they graduated. Today, Benezet House is used to house overnight guests to Penn Center.[3][4][5]
Nearest citySt. Helena Island, South Carolina
Coordinates32.38830°N 80.57530°W
Area47 acres (19 ha)
Built1855
Benezet House | |
Benezet House | |
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| Nearest city | St. Helena Island, South Carolina |
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| Coordinates | 32.38830°N 80.57530°W |
| Area | 47 acres (19 ha) |
| Built | 1855 |
| Part of | Penn School Historic District (ID74001824) |
| Significant dates | |
| Designated CP | September 9, 1974[1] |
| Designated NHLDCP | December 2, 1974[2] |
Gallery
Back of Benezet House
Benezet Dormitory Exterior
