Faner Hall

Faner Hall is a four-story structure at Southern Illinois University that spans 914 feet (279 meters) and divides the campus spatially. The building contains three internal wings with color-coded doorways to help navigate its expansive layout.

The building was completed and opened in 1974, designed by the Geddes Brecher Qualls Cunningham architectural firm. It represented a significant infrastructure expansion for the university and established a central hub for liberal arts education.

The building houses the University Museum and multiple liberal arts departments where students pursue diverse fields of study. Visitors can explore a range of academic disciplines gathered under one roof.

The building features clear wayfinding with color-coded wings that make navigation straightforward. Room numbering follows a systematic pattern that helps visitors locate spaces quickly without confusion.

The building uses a distinctive room numbering system where the first digit indicates the floor and the second digit identifies the wing. This thoughtful design allows visitors to understand a room's exact location simply by reading its number.

Inception: 1974

GPS coordinates: 37.71500,-89.21900

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:28