Peabody Hall (Gainesville, Florida)
United States historic place
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Peabody Hall is a historic site in Gainesville, Florida, United States. It is located in the northeastern section of the University of Florida. On June 27, 1979, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. It currently houses the Dean of Students Office and the Counseling Center at the university.
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| Location | Gainesville, Florida |
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| Coordinates | 29°38′59″N 82°20′31″W |
| Built | 1913 |
| Architect | William A. Edwards |
| NRHP reference No. | 79000658[1] |
| Added to NRHP | June 27, 1979 |
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Namesake
Peabody Hall is named after George Peabody, an influential investment banker and known to some as the founder of modern philanthropy.
