Since 1892, the Natural History Building has been a landmark at the University of Illinois. Designed by the renowned Nathan Ricker—Illinois alumnus and first architectural graduate in the U.S.—the building has served Illinois well.

But the infrastructure that worked for so long does not meet today’s teaching and research demands. In May 2014, the building was closed for a $70 million renovation that will transform the interior into a modern learning environment while preserving the architectural details that led to its place on the National Register of Historic Places.

Please read more and consider donating at:
http://www.las.illinois.edu/giving/building/nhb/