Founded in 1902 by the Reverence William B. Riley, pastor of the First Baptist Church, the training school offered training for those seeking to become missionaries. The first classes were held in the church but were moved in 1904 to 6 South 11th Street. In 1921, a building at 1423 Harmon Place to purchased, and in 1922 one at Yale and Thirteenth Street. Jackson Hall at 11th and Harmon Place was completed in 1923.
Sources
- University of Northwestern of St. Paul. History, 1902-1947. https://unwsp.edu/web/about/1902-1947 WPA Report
Category: School Neighborhood: Downtown Minneapolis