Historical Illinois College Campus Tour

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The Rammelkamp Chapel was named after the 6th president of Illinois College, Charles H. Rammelkamp. It serves as a meeting area for many events and organizations on the campus. The building was first built in 1961 and later remodeled in 1979.

2. Schewe Library

Schewe Library is a crucial aspect of Illinois College's campus. Opened in 1976, Schewe Library was the answer to the overcrowding problem of the previous library at Illinois College. The two-story structure houses the original books, new additions, and even the Khalaf Al Habtoor Archives, which preserves the history of the college and is open to students for research.

3. Bruner Fitness and Recreation Center

Bruner Fitness and Recreation Center is the athletic facility at Illinois College that was built in 2003. This facility houses many amenities that the college was not offered previously, including but not limited to locker rooms for women's teams and racquetball courts. This facility replaced Memorial Gymnasium which was built in 1951.

4. C. Reed Parker Science Building

The C. Reed Parker Science Building, or Parker for short, was completed in 2002. The goal of the building is to create an interactive environment with spaces to allow hands-on learning. The building has a brick outer layer to follow other campus architecture. This building replaced an old, outdated tennis court and gave the science and math department it's own, brand new building.

5. Beecher Hall

Beecher Hall is a building of firsts for Illinois. It was the state's first college campus building, and it housed the original medical school in Illinois. Beecher Hall also represents Illinois College's anti-slavery roots.

6. Sturtevant Hall

Sturtevant Hall is located on Illinois College's Campus. It is one of the oldest buildings on the campus, finished in 1857. Sturtevant Hall has contributed to the history of the campus over many years. It was named after Julian Sturtevant. The building has suffered many hardships over the years, including a fire, and has been a shelter for many different education fields and groups.

7. Crampton Hall

Crampton Hall is located on the Illinois College campus. It is one the oldest dormitory building in Illinois. Construction began in 1873 and was finished in 1874. It was named for Rufus Crampton, a professor and acting president from 1877-1881. The building had been in use since its construction, except in 2011 when the building was renovated, until the 2017-2018 academic year.

8. Whipple Hall

Whipple Hall was built in 1882, and is named after Dr. Samuel L. Whipple. Whipple hall was originally called Whipple academy, and was used as a prep school for students wishing to attend Illinois College.

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Historical Illinois College Campus Tour

Created by HI 130 Fall 2017 (Illinois College) on November 17th 2017, 10:36:44 am.

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Because it was established in 1829, Illinois College's campus has a fascinating history. Its original campus buildings reflect IC's abolitionist heritage and its contributions to advancements in Illinois education. The more contemporary buildings on campus also possess a wealth of historical value. On this Illinois College tour, you will not only learn about the college's history, you will discover important elements of the state's history as well.

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