The Council of Independent Colleges: Historic Campus Architecture Project

Melvin Platz

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Melvin Platz (general view), Saint Vincent College

Melvin Platz (walkways), Saint Vincent College

Melvin Platz (detail, walkways), Saint Vincent College

Institution Name: Saint Vincent College
Original/Historic Place Name: Melvin Platz
Location on Campus: 300 Fraser Purchase Rd.
Date(s) of Construction:

ca. 1970

original construction Rupprecht, Melvin

Designer: Fr. Melvin Rupprecht, O.S.B.
Type of Place: Landscape site
Style: (Glossary)
Significance: landscape
Narrative: see below
References: see below

Function:

ca. 1970-present (2006)	gardens
ca. 1970-present (2006)	outdoor space (garden and walkway)

Narrative:
The gardens are both natural and patterned. They are well maintained and act as the center of campus as well as a walkway. Its importance to campus is its aesthetic value.

References: