Posted December 11, 2024

Temple’s 140th anniversary: Behind the Temple building namesakes

Many buildings at Temple University bear the names of those who helped to transform Main Campus into what it is today.

Image of two people walking down the steps of Tomlinson Theater.

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Courtesy of Special Collections Research Center, Temple University Libraries, Philadelphia

The 450-seat Tomlinson Theater was constructed in 1968 and dedicated to former Temple Vice President Emeritus William Tomlinson and his wife, Rebecca, whose gift helped equip the facility.

Temple's 140th anniversary: Behind the Temple building namesakes

Many buildings in Temple University's history have been named after past presidents, professors, administrators and notable alumni.

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