Episode 2 of 2
Renaming in Honor of Benjamin Bates
- When
- 1863
- Where
- Lewiston, Maine
The institution was renamed Bates College in 1863 to honor industrialist Benjamin Bates, who provided significant financial support.
Benjamin Bates contributed $100,000 in personal donations and overall contributions valued at $250,000. In 1863, the school was renamed Bates College in his honor. It was chartered to offer a liberal arts curriculum beyond its original theological focus.
Sources
- Bates College Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-06
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