Natural History Building
Natural History Building, Educational facility at University of Illinois, Urbana, United States.
The Natural History Building features red brick construction with stone foundation, decorated surfaces, and exposed timber trusses creating interior coffered ceilings.
Built in 1892, the structure initially contained departments of botany, zoology, geology, and a natural history museum under architect Nathan Clifford Ricker's direction.
The building serves as an educational center housing the School of Earth, Society, and Environment, including departments of Atmospheric Sciences, Geology, and Geographic Information Systems.
Following structural issues in 2010, the building underwent a $79 million renovation, reopening in 2017 with modern facilities and teaching spaces.
The 2019 renovation earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Gold status for implementing environmentally efficient systems throughout the structure.
Location: Urbana
GPS coordinates: 40.10950,-88.22602
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:29
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