Architecture, Modern--20th century
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:
Frederick Ernst Ruffini collection
Collection
Identifier: RUF
Abstract
Frederick Ernst Ruffini (1851-1885) was trained in architecture in Cleveland before moving to Austin in 1877 to become a partner to Jasper N. Preston and then continuing architectural practice on his own. His work included courthouses, jails, and buildings for institutions such as the Texas School for the Deaf and the University of Texas, for whom he designed the Old Main Building. The Frederick E. Ruffini collection consists of drawings, specifications, and photographic prints that document...
Dates:
circa 1883-1904
Found in:
Alexander Architectural Archives
Greece Architectural collection
Collection
Identifier: GREAC
Abstract
The Greece Architectural collection is a grouping of individual project records of Greece properties. Records were acquired over time from various sources, each with their own provenance.
Dates:
undated
Found in:
Alexander Architectural Archives
Robert T. Renfro collection
Collection
Identifier: RENFR
Abstract
Robert T. Renfro (1931-2025) was an architect, educator, and artist. The Renfro collection includes printed material, correspondence, creative works, photographic materials, and drawings created and collected by Robert T. Renfro documenting his work as a student, architect, teacher, and artist.
Dates:
1954-2011
Found in:
Alexander Architectural Archives
Society for Commercial Archeology records
Collection
Identifier: SCA
Abstract
The Society for Commercial Archeology (SCA), founded in 1977, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advocacy and preservation of 20th century roadside architecture in North America. The collection documents the activities and business of the Society for Commercial Archeology, including SCA publications and tours. Record types include minutes, reports, publications, pamphlets, tour guides, postcards, and correspondence. The collection also contains slides and photographs documenting...
Dates:
1906-2024
Found in:
Alexander Architectural Archives