Laundry Building, Sitka

Like the other main campus buildings, the Laundry Building exhibits a cohesive Craftsman and Western Stick influence, blending eclectic elements of both styles with the rustic surroundings and the formal campus plan. Its design features protruding roof brackets, projecting balconies and porches, recessed entries, wood shingle siding, and accentuated vertical timbers, all characteristic of the Western Stick style. Originally painted or stained white, the buildings are now adorned in the distinctive "Sheldon Jackson brown," with white trim.

Constructed as an integral part of the campus infrastructure, the Laundry Building played a pivotal role in supporting the daily operations of the school and college since its establishment in the late 19th century. However, as the institution faced financial challenges over the years, many of its buildings, including the Laundry Building, fell into disrepair. By the time the Sitka Fine Arts Camp assumed control of the campus in 2011, the buildings were in urgent need of restoration, with leaking roofs, failing siding, and rotting windows.

In 2014, efforts were undertaken to preserve and stabilize the Laundry Building, including re-roofing to address structural issues. This restoration work not only ensured the structural integrity of the building but also contributed to the preservation of Sheldon Jackson School and College's architectural heritage.