The Gorgas House was built in 1829 and is one of the few campus buildings that survived the Civil War. The house, situated in the center of campus, is now a museum. It is open for free tours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays; and from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays.
The house is named in honor of General Josiah Gorgas, president of the University in 1878, who became ill and was given the house by the Board of Trustees. His wife, Amelia Gayle Gorgas, became the University's librarian.
Prior to 1879, the building served as a dining hall, post office, and infirmary.
The Gorgas House is building 95 on the campus map.
