Sunken Garden (Virginia)

The garden consists of a long stretch of grass, about 2.7 acres (1.1 ha), lying lower than the surrounding area, that runs west from the rear of the Wren Building to Crim Dell pond.

The Sunken Garden was first designed by College Architect Charles M. Robinson, who was working closely with J.A.C.

In 1933, Dr. J.A.C Chandler reported that a Civilian Conservation Corps camp had been assigned to the college for the purpose of beautifying and improving the grounds.

This recommendation was adopted and the president was authorized to employ Gillette to supervise the landscape work.

Upon motion duly made and seconded, Gillette's bill for $1,400 for services rendered as architect for the Sunken Garden was approved and ordered to be paid.