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Natural History Building

Natural History Building is a natural history & natural science museum in Urbana, Illinois. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Natural History Building?

The Natural History Building is a historic building on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign in Urbana, Illinois. Built in 1892, the building originally housed the university's departments of botany, zoology, and geology. In addition to classroom space, the building also included a natural history museum. Architect Nathan Clifford Ricker designed the High Victorian Gothic building. The red brick building has a rough stone foundation and is decorated with colored brick and stone. The steep roof is supported by a timber truss system; the exposed trusses create a coffered ceiling on the interior.

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The record

Museum details

Name
Natural History Building
Type
Natural History & Natural Science Museum
City
Urbana
State
Illinois
Website
http://www.fs.uiuc.edu
IMLS Museum ID
8401700112
Coordinates
39.10880, -84.53236
What kind of museum is Natural History Building?

Natural History Building is classified as a natural history & natural science museum in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more natural history & natural science museums →

Where is Natural History Building located?

Natural History Building is located in Urbana, Illinois at approximately 39.10880, -84.53236. See the map above.

Does Natural History Building have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.fs.uiuc.edu. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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