02. Architecture Archives

Classification

Identifier: 02

Staff Only

As a partnership between the Smathers Libraries and the School of Architecture since 2004, the Architecture Archives has become a leading repository for historical records pertaining to the architects and architecture of Florida. The collections support scholarly research, historic preservation, and the education of future students. A handful of important collections, including the archives of Alfred Browning Parker, Kenneth Treister, Darrell Fleeger, and the Carrère and Hastings firm, currently are being preserved, arranged and described by staff. As such, final descriptions for these collections are not available online at this time.

Found in 45 Collections and/or Records:

Flagler College's Hotel Ponce de Leon Architecture Collection

Collection

Identifier: MS Group 311

Abstract

Architectural drawings, blueprints and related material for the Hotel Ponce de Leon (now Ponce de Leon Hall at Flagler College) in St. Augustine, Florida. The hotel was designed by the Carrère & Hastings firm. The collection also includes items related to other buildings constructed and operated by Henry M. Flagler and the East Coast Hotel Company.

Dates: 1886-1963; Majority of material found within 1886-1924

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Frederic Stresau Landscape Architecture Drawings

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0612

Abstract

Landscape architecture drawings produced by Florida landscape architect Frederic Barnes Stresau.

Dates: 1954-2002

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Gainesville Modern Archive

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0383

Abstract

Architectural drawings of significant Mid-Century Modern properties in Gainesville and Alachua County, Florida, which were collected and preserved by Gainesville Modern, Inc.

Dates: 1932-2020

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Gene Leedy Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0556

Abstract

Rolled drawings, slides, negatives, photographs, presentation photos, scrapbooks, models, and miscellaneous material belonging to Winter Haven Architect, Gene Leedy. Leedy was one of the pioneers of the modern movement in Florida and later one of the founders of the Sarasota School of Architecture. Leedy is most well known for his bold use of precast concrete, especially long-span “double-tee” structural elements.

Dates: 1920 - 2008; Majority of material found within 1952 - 2000

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Guy Chandler Fulton Building Plans

Collection

Identifier: Ms Coll. 078

Abstract

Plans for private residences and commercial buildings in Gainesville and elsewhere in north Florida.

Dates: circa 1930-1948

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Hal Reid Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0603

Abstract

Photos, drawings, brochures, articles, and documents from the projects of Ocala based architect Hal Thomas Reid and his company Hal Thomas Reid Associates.

Dates: 1960 - 2010

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Harry Merritt Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0431

Abstract

Architectural drawings created by architect Harry Cline Merritt Jr. These include perspectives, process drawings, and construction documents for residences, churches, and commercial buildings in Florida, Maine, Virginia, North Carolina, and Japan. This collection also includes slides from several student studio projects taught by Merritt while at the University of Florida.

Dates: 1929-2016; Majority of material found within 1954-2015

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Herschel E. Shepard Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0417

Abstract Collection documenting Herschel E. Shepard's expertise in Florida's historic architecture and his many contributions to preservation and restoration in the state. Shepard's work covers the entire range of Florida's architectural past, including restoration of landmark buildings such as the 1902 Florida State Capitol in Tallahassee and reconstruction of such historically significant sites as the Second Seminole War era Fort Foster and the Spanish mission site of San Luis de Apalachee....

Dates: 1961-2009

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Historic Preservation Institutes at the University of Florida Records

Series

Identifier: Series 203

Abstract

General files, reports and terminal projects, photographs, AV, and architectural drawings from the University of Florida’s two Preservation Institutes, Preservation Institute Nantucket and Preservation Institute Caribbean.

Dates: 1972 - 2013

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Jefferson M. Hamilton Architectural Drawings and Photographs

Collection

Identifier: MS Group 185

Abstract

Plans, renderings, and photographs related to the architecture of Jefferson M. Hamilton in Tampa, Florida.

Dates: 1926-1947

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida