Constructed in 1914 in the Prairie School style,[1] it was built of bricks manufactured by Huston–Tillotson students.[2]: 17
The building was named after Anthony E. Viaer, an alumnus of the Class of 1958 who gave a $1 million scholarship opportunity to university students.[3]
The building was first nominated for National Register listing in 1986, but was not then listed, due to owner objection.[2]: 24 It was listed in 1993.[1]
^Earvin, Larry L. "Huston-Tillotson University". General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. Archived from the original on October 3, 2008. Retrieved October 27, 2008.