The oldest remaining building on campus, University Hall, was opened in 1869 and designed by Gurdon P. Randall. University Hall originally contained a chapel, natural history museum, classrooms, a library, and at one point, a 42-foot whale skeleton. Today, University Hall houses classrooms and the University’s English department. (Laura Simmons/The Daily Northwestern)
The oldest remaining building on campus, University Hall, was opened in 1869 and designed by Gurdon P. Randall. University Hall originally contained a chapel, natural history museum, classrooms, a library, and at one point, a 42-foot whale skeleton. Today, University Hall houses classrooms and the University’s English department.

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Captured: The architecture of Northwestern: Deering, Tech and more

Laura Simmons, Reporter

October 24, 2022

Welcome to The Daily’s photo blog: Captured. This is a space for The Daily’s photographers to share their best work, including photos from weekend performances and events around the community. You can contact the photo editor by emailing [email protected].

Northwestern University has buildings with diverse architectural styles ranging from gothic to modern. Below is a photo gallery showcasing a quick snapshot of some of Northwestern’s most popular buildings.  

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Opened in 1933, Deering Library was designed by James Gamble Rogers. Today, it houses rare manuscripts, archives, prints and artifacts as well as many study spots for students.

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