The Anna Head School holds a special place in the history of American architecture, American education, and the University of California, Berkeley.
Founded by a legendary progressive educator, the school was located on a campus in Berkeley near the University from 1892 until 1964, when it relocated to Oakland and became the Head-Royce School. The first brown-shingled building in Berkeley, it helped launch the Arts and Crafts movement. In the school’s 134 year history, it has educated thousands of students to fulfill its mission of academic excellence, diversity, and global citizenship.
Since acquiring the Anna Head School in the 1950s through the right of eminent domain, the University has not adequately invested in its maintenance, the main buildings are unfortunately in great disrepair, and as a recent press report noted they are in danger of “falling apart.” As the University administration recently explained: “We're pleased that these historic buildings are held in such high-esteem by the greater Berkeley community. We share your love of the Anna Head campus and are proud of its arch