Performing Arts Building
This building was built for YMCA use in 1899 through alumni subscriptions; the cornerstone was laid on June 20, 1899. The cost of construction was $20,729. The YMCA offices moved to Squires Hall in 1937, and the building became known as the Military Building from 1937 to 1966, then the Student Personnel Building from 1966 to 1972. In 1972, the name was changed to the Performing Arts Building; popularly known as the PAB. It houses offices and classrooms for the theatre arts department.
The Performing Arts Building (PAB) was the first building constructed with the local limestone, which has come to be known as Hokie Stone.
Address: Stanger Street | Map Grid: M-3
Originally Built: 1899 | Abbreviation: PAB