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Chemical Laboratory, 1887

 
map Chemical Laboratory, 1887
Location: 1886-1892: central part of Case campus; 1892-1949+: south part of Case campus Description: 2 stories plus basement and attic; 33x43 feet; wooden, covered with slate, on brick foundation

This property continued in use after 1949. Post-1949 research is not yet completed.


Other Names
Janitor's house
1887-1892: Chemical Laboratory


Constructed 11/1886-1887    
Architect Charles Mabery
 


Cost 1887: $3,000

Occupants
2/1887-1892: Case Chemistry Dept.
1892-1949+: Janitor
Uses
2/1887-1892: Classes and research
1892-1949+: Residence


Trivia
First Case building relocated
 

Alterations and Modifications


map

Description
1892: Moved lab to south part of Case campus

 


This summary was compiled by staff of the University Archives from sources in the custody of the Archives.