The James D. Westcott Building is a historic building on the campus of The Florida State University in Tallahassee, in the U.S. state of Florida. The Westcott Building currently houses the chief administrative offices for Florida State University and is the primary focal point of the campus as seen down College Avenue.

It is the oldest site of continuous higher education in Florida. Although heavily damaged by fire in 1969, Westcott has endured as an iconic symbol of FSU, welcoming decades of visitors and students from its inspiring location at the apex of College Avenue and Copeland Street.

Westcott Plaza has been home to beloved Florida State University traditions for over a century. Most alumni remember celebrating 21st birthdays, participating in their class ring ceremony or posting photos in their cap and gown around the plaza.

The Westcott Fountain was a joint gift from the Florida State College for Women classes of 1915 and 1917 and graced the plaza for over 70 years. The fountain was renovated in 1982 in remembrance of Professor Anna Forbes Liddell (1891-1979), a Robert O. Lawton Distinguished Professor of Philosophy.

Located on the oldest continuous site of higher education in the state, Florida State is home to 45,000 students, 18 colleges, and more than 6,000 faculty and staff. FSU offers more than 300 undergraduate, graduate and professional programs, including law and medicine.

2023年7月14日 · Since 1917, the Westcott Fountain has been the symbolic landmark of the rich heritage and traditions of the Florida State University and its predecessor institution, the Florida State College for Women.

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall is the primary performance venue for Florida State University and is located on the first floor of the Westcott building. It offers a 1,172 seating capacity without seats installed on the pit.

2025年1月3日 · The Westcott Building, located at the heart of Florida State University's (FSU) campus, is a historic landmark that has been a part of the university's rich history since its construction in 1911. Designed by architect William A. Edwards, the building was named after James D. Westcott Jr., a former chairman of the FSU Board of Control.

Originally built in 1911 to serve as the main auditorium for the University, it was torn down in 1951 after developing a settling crack and was rebuilt in 1954. In 1971 the auditorium was named in honor of a generous benefactor to the University and a …

Since 1917, the Westcott fountain has been a symbol of Florid State University’s proud heritage, and pays homage to those who came before. The Westcott fountain is the centerpiece of the courtyard and is complimented by a commemorative Brick plaza, a …