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Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 31, 1935

A view of Science Hall, WSU Building #32, several months into construction. The concrete frame of the structure is nearly complete. A pile of building debris is visible. The exterior brick and windows are still not present. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image is College Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000

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1. Science [Abelson] Hall, 1954
2. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, ca. 1934 A view looking west during the initial construction of Science Hall, WSU Building #32. Steel supports are visible for the first floor. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A portion of College Hall is also evident at the far right. A smokestack is visible as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with the snow covered hills of Pullman in the back ground. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
3. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 31, 1935 A view of Science Hall, WSU Building #32, several months into construction. The concrete frame of the structure is nearly complete. A pile of building debris is visible. The exterior brick and windows are still not present. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image is College Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000
4. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 7, 1931 A view of Science Hall, WSU Building #32, several months into construction. The concrete frame of the structure is nearly complete. The exterior brick and windows are still not present. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image is College Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
5. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 7, 1935 A view looking west during the construction of Science Hall, WSU Building #32 (the structure's frame is partially complete-rising four stories). In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
6. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, October 1, 1935 A view looking west during the construction of Science Hall, WSU Building #32. The structure is nearly complete, scaffolding remains only on the wings. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible with smoke rising, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image College is Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
7. Science Hall [Abelson Hall] 1959
Contents of this path:
1. Original Construction for Abelson Hall
2. Science [Abelson] Hall, 1954
3. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, ca. 1934 A view looking west during the initial construction of Science Hall, WSU Building #32. Steel supports are visible for the first floor. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A portion of College Hall is also evident at the far right. A smokestack is visible as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with the snow covered hills of Pullman in the back ground. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
4. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 31, 1935 A view of Science Hall, WSU Building #32, several months into construction. The concrete frame of the structure is nearly complete. A pile of building debris is visible. The exterior brick and windows are still not present. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image is College Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000
5. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 7, 1931 A view of Science Hall, WSU Building #32, several months into construction. The concrete frame of the structure is nearly complete. The exterior brick and windows are still not present. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image is College Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
6. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 7, 1935 A view looking west during the construction of Science Hall, WSU Building #32 (the structure's frame is partially complete-rising four stories). In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
7. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, October 1, 1935 A view looking west during the construction of Science Hall, WSU Building #32. The structure is nearly complete, scaffolding remains only on the wings. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible with smoke rising, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image College is Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
8. Science Hall [Abelson Hall] 1959
9. Remodel/Additional Construction of Abelson Hall 1984
10. Remodel/Additional Construction of Abelson Hall 1989
Contents of this path:
1. Greenhouse
2. Greenhouse, ca. 1909
3. W.S.C. Greenhouse
4. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 31, 1935 A view of Science Hall, WSU Building #32, several months into construction. The concrete frame of the structure is nearly complete. A pile of building debris is visible. The exterior brick and windows are still not present. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image is College Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000
Contents of this path:
1. Original Construction for Old Greenhouses (Demolished)
2. Greenhouse
3. Greenhouse, ca. 1909
4. W.S.C. Greenhouse
5. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 31, 1935 A view of Science Hall, WSU Building #32, several months into construction. The concrete frame of the structure is nearly complete. A pile of building debris is visible. The exterior brick and windows are still not present. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image is College Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000
6. Demolition of Old Greenhouses (Demolished)
7. Remodel/Additional Construction of Old Greenhouses (Demolished) 1916
Contents of this path:
1. College Hall (1911)
2. College Hall (1912)
3. College Hall 1915 - 1925
4. College Hall 1916
5. College Hall 1919
6. College Hall 1921 - 1932
7. College Hall 1930
8. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 7, 1931 A view of Science Hall, WSU Building #32, several months into construction. The concrete frame of the structure is nearly complete. The exterior brick and windows are still not present. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image is College Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
9. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, ca. 1934 A view looking west during the initial construction of Science Hall, WSU Building #32. Steel supports are visible for the first floor. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A portion of College Hall is also evident at the far right. A smokestack is visible as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with the snow covered hills of Pullman in the back ground. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
10. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 31, 1935 A view of Science Hall, WSU Building #32, several months into construction. The concrete frame of the structure is nearly complete. A pile of building debris is visible. The exterior brick and windows are still not present. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image is College Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000
11. Buildings in snow, 1954
12. Holland Library, main entrance, ca. 1955 Students entering and exiting the original main entrance on the West side of Holland Library, WSU Building #62. A tree provides shade on the grass in the left foreground; College Hall is visible to the right. The statue, designed by Seattle artist Dudley Pratt and officially named "The Reader," was carved in Bedford, Indiana, the source of the limestone used on this and several other campus buildings, especially Todd Hall and Smith Gym. The statue has long been known informally as "Nature Boy." Holland Library was built between 1948 and 1950, and was named after the former Washington State College President Ernest O. Holland. Designed by John Maloney, Holland Library was one of the first buildings to be constructed with modern functional architecture. Maloney also designed other buildings on campus such as Todd Hall, Compton Union Building, and Johnson Tower.
13. Holland Library, 1960 A view of parked cars and campaign posters set up on the lawn in front of the west facade of Holland Library, WSU building #64. (College Hall is visible to the right) Holland Library was built between 1948 and 1950, and was named after the former Washington State College President Ernest O. Holland. Designed by John Maloney, Holland Library was one of the first buildings to be constructed with modern functional architecture. Maloney also designed other buildings on campus such as Todd Hall, Compton Union Building, and Johnson Tower.
14. Test Unit showing bricks 1985
15. College Hall, Washington State University, Pullman, 2003
Contents of this path:
1. Buildings in snow, 1954
2. College Hall 1930
3. College Hall (1911)
4. College Hall (1912)
5. College Hall 1915 - 1925
6. College Hall 1916
7. College Hall 1919
8. College Hall 1921 - 1932
9. College Hall, Washington State University, Pullman, 2003
10. Holland Library, 1960 A view of parked cars and campaign posters set up on the lawn in front of the west facade of Holland Library, WSU building #64. (College Hall is visible to the right) Holland Library was built between 1948 and 1950, and was named after the former Washington State College President Ernest O. Holland. Designed by John Maloney, Holland Library was one of the first buildings to be constructed with modern functional architecture. Maloney also designed other buildings on campus such as Todd Hall, Compton Union Building, and Johnson Tower.
11. Holland Library, main entrance, ca. 1955 Students entering and exiting the original main entrance on the West side of Holland Library, WSU Building #62. A tree provides shade on the grass in the left foreground; College Hall is visible to the right. The statue, designed by Seattle artist Dudley Pratt and officially named "The Reader," was carved in Bedford, Indiana, the source of the limestone used on this and several other campus buildings, especially Todd Hall and Smith Gym. The statue has long been known informally as "Nature Boy." Holland Library was built between 1948 and 1950, and was named after the former Washington State College President Ernest O. Holland. Designed by John Maloney, Holland Library was one of the first buildings to be constructed with modern functional architecture. Maloney also designed other buildings on campus such as Todd Hall, Compton Union Building, and Johnson Tower.
12. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, ca. 1934 A view looking west during the initial construction of Science Hall, WSU Building #32. Steel supports are visible for the first floor. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A portion of College Hall is also evident at the far right. A smokestack is visible as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with the snow covered hills of Pullman in the back ground. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
13. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 31, 1935 A view of Science Hall, WSU Building #32, several months into construction. The concrete frame of the structure is nearly complete. A pile of building debris is visible. The exterior brick and windows are still not present. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image is College Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000
14. Science [Abelson] Hall, construction, July 7, 1931 A view of Science Hall, WSU Building #32, several months into construction. The concrete frame of the structure is nearly complete. The exterior brick and windows are still not present. In the foreground are a series of greenhouses, now replaced by Todd Hall. In the left portion, next to the construction zone, is the newly finished Fulmer Hall. To the right is Ad Annex. A smokestack is visible, as is the cupola of Ferry Hall with Pullman in the background. To the far right of the image is College Hall. Automobiles, construction materials, and a lifting tower are also present. Known as New Science until 1947, Science Hall was designed by Rigg and Vantyne at a cost of $270,000.
15. Test Unit showing bricks 1985