The Administration and Classroom Building was designed to complement the adjacent Independant Presbyterian Church, which was constructed in 1890 and later designated a National Historic Landmark. Exterior finishes had deteriorated and were in need of extensive repair. The restoration included repair of stucco and stonework, replacement of the metal roof with shingles to match the church slate, and painting of stucco to match the church limestone and granite. New south entry steps of cast stone replicate marble steps restored at the north entry.
