Fred Florence Hall
historic place
Fred Florence Hall is a historic place in Dallas, Texas, located on the campus of Southern Methodist University in University Park. This building was constructed in 1924. Architects DeWitt and Lemmon designed it in the Georgian Revival style. Its historical importance was recognized when it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 27, 1980. The hall is named for Fred F. Florence, an influential Dallas banker and civic leader. Florence arrived in Dallas in 1920 as a bank Vice President and became president of his bank in 1929, serving until 1957. He was involved in the Texas Centennial Exposition World's Fair in Dallas. In 1956, he established the Florence Foundation to support various charitable, educational, and scientific projects. Fred F. Florence passed away in 1960. Fred Florence Hall stands as a tangible link to his legacy and the architectural development of Southern Methodist University.