University Heights Center is a two-story wooden structure designed by architects Bebb and Mendel in the Mission-Revival style. Aside from two vending machines and few metal chairs, the main hallway contains little evidence that the building was renovated to allow it to operate as a community center. From the hallway, the doorways of each of the classrooms are non-distinct. Yet upon entering individual rooms, it is clear that each classroom has undergone its own unique transformation.
University of Washington students and members of the University District community use University Heights Center as a venue to pursue their interests. The Center houses a wide variety of programs, classes, and offices, allowing it to accommodate a variety of needs. Most notably, University of Washington’s Experimental College holds many classes at UHC. University Height’s southern parking lot is also the site of the University District Farmer’s Market, which is held every Saturday, year round, from 9:00 am- 2:00 pm.
Geographically, University Heights is located about five blocks northwest of UW’s campus. Because of this distance, UHC is not located in an area that is frequently travelled by UW students. However, the center is situated in a transitional area between the commercial area of the U-District and the more residential portion. Since the population of this residential area is not restricted to those associated with the University, UHC is very accessible to the entire community.University Heights serves as a bridge between UW-affiliated residents and non-UW-affiliated residents of the University District.
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