Upham Hall

Upham Hall stands in the center of the academic quad near the university seal, featuring a prominent arch with an engraved biblical inscription.

The building's construction started in 1946, with the central section completed first, followed by the north wing in 1950 and southeast wing in 1965.

The structure houses multiple academic departments, including anthropology, comparative religion, Jewish studies, pre-law programs, sociology, and statistics departments.

The Hefner Museum of Natural History occupies the north wing, displaying native and exotic organisms while offering interactive spaces for children.

In 2009, the hall's arch witnessed 1,087 couples simultaneously renewing their wedding vows, establishing a world record for mass vow renewals.

Location: Ohio

Inception: February 17, 1946

Architects: Miami University

GPS coordinates: 39.50870,-84.73320

Latest update: March 17, 2025 18:16