Texas Dental College At 1018 Blodgett St.

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Texas Dental College (1925-1955) was known to be at the intersection of Fannin Street And Blodgett Street, but the address is 1018 Blodgett Street. Which is closer to Blodgett Street & Main Street.

The first location built to be a dental school Completed in 1925 ; 15,000 square feet at a cost of approximately $50,000. A second floor and basement extension were added later. The new building was designed for approximately 35 students per class. Had 27 faculty members, 8 demonstrators. 38 students graduated in spring 1926, the first class to graduate from the new building.

From 1925 - 26 catalog:

“The architectural style is Spanish with a touch of Italian. It allows the use of very large window space and hence is well lighted for the work in dentistry. The main entrance is on Blodgett Boulevard and is approached by a broad walk and a flight of step leading to an enriched and dignified archway. The building is about 200 feet east of Main Street. It is within walking distance of parks, art museum, churches and other institutions of learning, making it an ideal environment for the student body.”

The building was home to the Dental Science Institute from 1964 - 1995.

Became the University of Texas Dental Branch in 1943, and moved to the Texas Medical Center in 1955.