From the 1990 local landmark application: “Built in 1939, St. Petersburg’s City Hall is significant for its distinction as being one of the few buildings in the City constructed under a PWA (Public Works Administration) grant. It’s construction was made… read more
Coast Guard Air Station St. Petersburg was built during 1934-1935 with Public Works Administration (PWA) funds and under Works Progress Administration (WPA) labor and rules. Built during this time were a 100 ft by 120 ft aircraft hangar and associated… read more
St. Petersburg College was formerly known of St. Petersburg Junior College. It was established in 1927. The WPA built the school’s first permanent structure: “The first permanent new building — housing classrooms, offices, the library and an auditorium named for… read more