Category Archives: Historic Buildings

Designing the University of Wyoming: The Aven Nelson Building

Posted on June 24, 2024 by ahcadmin

Continuing our series on the University of Wyoming’s building history, we’re here to share the tales behind some of UW’s treasured structures. The Aven Nelson Building, the fifth-oldest existing building on campus, is significant today as a hub for botany … Continue reading →

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Designing the University of Wyoming: Merica Hall

Posted on April 15, 2024 by ahcadmin

Welcome back to our series exploring the University of Wyoming’s building history. In these posts, we’re digging into the narratives behind UW’s most iconic structures. When UW opened for classes on September 12, 1887, no campus housing was available. Students … Continue reading →

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