Dubuis Hall, San Antonio, Texas
historic place
Dubuis Hall, located in San Antonio, Texas, is a significant historic place within Bexar County. This Collegiate Gothic-style building was completed in 1929. It originally served as a dedicated dormitory for young women attending Incarnate Word College. The hall is named in honor of Bishop Claude Marie Dubuis, Bishop of Galveston, who in 1869 invited the first Sisters to San Antonio from France. This invitation formed the foundation of the university's mission. Dubuis Hall holds the distinction of being the oldest residence hall on the University of the Incarnate Word campus. It was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 30, 2023. The hall underwent a major renovation and reopened in April 2022. This project carefully preserved its historic exterior while modernizing its interior spaces. Dubuis Hall continues to serve the university, reflecting its enduring role in the institution's history.