Huston-Tillotson University received a $145, 323 Heritage Preservation grant from the City of Austin Economic Development
Friday Nov, 01 2024
Austin, Texas – November 1, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University is honored to announce the award of a Preservation Grant that will support the restoration and preservation of the iconic Evans Industrial Building. As a cornerstone of Austin’s educational and cultural heritage, Huston-Tillotson University plays an invaluable role in both the city’s history and its vibrant community life.
This prestigious grant will directly aid in preserving the Evans Industrial Building, ensuring the facility can continue to serve both students and the broader community while retaining its historic integrity. The funding will be allocated to essential repairs, rehabilitation efforts, and enhancements designed to honor the university’s rich legacy while also improving the building’s functionality for modern use.
Founded in 1875, Huston-Tillotson University stands as Austin’s oldest institution of higher learning and a vital part of the city’s cultural fabric. Receiving this grant highlights the commitment to preserving institutions that embody Austin’s diverse history and contribute to its ongoing advancements in education, culture, and social progress.
The Huston-Tillotson community looks forward to the continued growth and success of the university as it honors its historic legacy and empowers future generations of leaders.
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About Huston-Tillotson University
Huston-Tillotson University, the first institution of higher education in Austin, Texas, has roots dating back to 1875. HT is an independent, church-related, historically black, four-year liberal arts institution located on a 23-acre tree-lined campus near downtown in East Austin. Huston-Tillotson University’s mission is a faith-based historically black college and university (HBCU) nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown Austin, Texas. Huston-Tillotson University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate and master’s degrees. HT is also an NC-SARA school. For more information, please visit www.htu.edu.
