About
At the rising of the Sun, Hope; at the going down there of Peace
Reminiscent of these words inscribed on the sundial in front of the Doveton House, the campus is a picture of serenity in the heart of the bustling city.
A year after its inception in the leased premises of Hyde Park in 1915, the College moved to Doveton House, a stately colonial mansion built by Benjamin Roebeck circa 1798.
WCC, known for the architectural elegance of its buildings, is also a standing testimony to the selfless contributions and service of many in its early years. While the purchase of Doveton House was made possible by the generous donation from the legacy of Ms. Laura Spelman Rockefeller, the Main Hostel and the Science Block were the result of the educationists’ efforts and the committed fundraising initiative of Miss Lucy Peabody, a renowned American teacher and missionary leader.
The Chapel, one of the most cherished buildings on campus and located at its geometric centre, was the generous and anonymous gift of an American friend, a lady who remains unknown to this day.
The Clock Tower, standing tall from across Doveton House with its four clock faces that can be viewed from any direction, and erected in honour of Miss McDougall by her brother in 1937, is yet another feature that adds to the beauty and legacy of this beautiful campus.
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