Memorial Union, Gothic student center at University of Missouri, United States.
Description
Memorial Union is a Gothic-style academic building featuring a central tower with four spires, thick stone walls, and arched windows throughout. The facility spreads across North and South wings that house dining areas, meeting rooms, study spaces, and a nondenominational chapel.
History
Construction began in 1923 as a memorial to university students who died in World War I. The project came from the institution's desire to honor those lost while creating a central gathering place for the growing student body.
Culture
The chapel within the building serves students of different faiths as a space for reflection. The structure reflects how the university honors those it lost and brings the campus community together around shared remembrance.
Practical
The building offers easy access to multiple facilities for students and visitors who want to find their way inside. Its central location on campus makes it a natural hub for various activities and foot traffic throughout the day.
Did you know?
The building's cornerstone contains signatures from students in 1923 along with documents about the construction period. This time capsule creates a direct link to the people who experienced and shaped the project.
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