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Lilly family

 Family

Biographical Information

The Lilly family of Indianapolis includes Eli Lilly, who founded Eli Lilly and Company in 1876; his son J.K. Lilly Sr.; and grandsons Eli Lilly Jr. and J.K. Lilly Jr. The family is prominent in business and philanthropy. Their support for Purdue University led to the naming of Lilly Hall of Life Sciences in their honor.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Lilly Hall of Life Sciences records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 115
Scope and Contents

The Lilly Hall of Life Sciences records document the planning, development, and construction of Lilly Hall. It consists of correspondence, technical drawings, floor plans, maps, architect construction specifications, photographs and negatives, reviews of life science buildings at other institutions, and reports of departmental needs for the new building. Also included are two booklets advertising the building following its completion.

Dates: 1939 - 1963; Majority of material found within 1948 - 1957