There’s something new about “Old Main.” The iconic bell tower of Laura Lander Hall, also known as Old Main, underwent a “facelift” of sorts to address a number of issues related to aging. In late 2022 scaffolding enveloped the 120-year old tower as crews replaced water-damaged wooden fascia, soffit and trim, repaired the brickwork, installed operable shutters, and refurbished the decorative finials. Capping off the project was the addition of metal shingling in brick red – harkening back to the original color seen in historical pictures of the building after its construction in 1903-04.
Old Main Tower Renovation by University Marketing & Communications