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Science Hall (West Lafayette, Ind.)

 Organization

Dates

  • Existence: 1886 - 1916

Historical Information

Mechanic's Hall was built in 1886. When it was built, it was occupied by the school of mechanics and engineering. In 1889 a large addition was added and the building was expanded. In 1893, it was renamed Science Hall and housed only the departments of biology and chemistry. Another addition was added in 1903. In 1907 the chemistry department was moved into a new building and Science hall only contained the department of biology. In 1916, it was torn down and replaced with the Biology Building.

Citation

Science Hall. Purdue Campus Facilities and Buildings Historic Database. Accessed April 27, 2020. http://collections.lib.purdue.edu/campus/buildings/194