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 […]
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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 […]
Board of Trustees Approves Budget and Construction Contract
At its March 20, 2025, meeting, the University of Illinois Board of Trustees approved the budget and construction contract for the University Library’s Archives and Special Collections building project. Construction will begin in late spring and is expected to be completed in early 2027. This approval marks the official launch of transforming the former Undergraduate Library into a […]