McKenny Hall

McKenny Hall is a university building in Ypsilanti that combines Art Deco and Collegiate Gothic architectural styles, distinguished by ornate stonework and expansive windows across its exterior. The structure currently houses administrative services including human resources, academic advising, career services, and veteran support.

The building was constructed in 1930 during the Great Depression when funding was scarce for such projects. Its completion marked a shift in how teachers colleges in Michigan approached their student facilities.

The building once served as a social gathering place for students with shops and lounges that shaped campus life. This role influenced how colleges and universities designed their facilities for student engagement.

The building is located centrally on campus and is easily accessible on foot. Visitors should plan to go during regular hours when university services are operating.

The building once contained bowling alleys and bookstores for student use before being repurposed as administrative offices. This transformation reflects how university needs have shifted over the decades.

Location: Ypsilanti

Inception: 1930

Official opening: October 24, 1931

Architectural style: Art Deco, Collegiate Gothic

Address: 878 W Cross St.

Website: https://emich.edu/bookemu/venues/mckenny

GPS coordinates: 42.24500,-83.62700

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:03