Project News

Construction at 35% Completion and Opening Date Announced

Construction is progressing steadily on the new Archives and Special Collections Building, with the project now about one-third complete. Crews are continuing waterproofing work around the plaza and courtyard areas, including installing protective walkways to keep those surfaces intact. Inside the building, walls and door frames are being built on the upper level, while major […]

Construction Milestone: Over 25% Complete

Construction on the new Archives and Special Collections building continues to move forward, with the project now more than 25% complete. Recent work has focused primarily on interior progress due to winter weather, including installation of ductwork, wall construction, ceiling preparation, and ongoing waterproofing. In the coming weeks, weather permitting, crews will continue exterior structural […]

A Solid Foundation for What’s Next

We’re excited to share that construction on the new Archives and Special Collections Building is making progress. As of late October, the project had reached just over 21% completion—an encouraging milestone toward an anticipated Fall 2027 opening. On site, there’s plenty of activity: new walls are going up, framing is taking shape on the upper […]

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