Old University of Chicago
| Title | Old University of Chicago |
| View | Razing 2 |
| Series | II: Buildings and Grounds |
| Description | In 1856, the Old University of Chicago was established on a ten-acre tract of land at 34th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue donated by Senator Stephen A. Douglas. University trustees named the main building Douglas Hall in his memory. The school was constantly plagued by financial difficulties and was forced to close in 1886. |
| Alternate Name(s) | University of Chicago |
| Subject Terms | University of Chicago (1857-1886) | Demolition | Construction workers | Douglas, Stephen Arnold, 1813-1861 |
| Photograph Date | 1890 |
| Physical Format | Cyanotypes; 9.3 x 15.5 cm |
| Architect | Boyington, William W., 1818-1898 |
| Completion Date | 1859 |
| Location | 3440 S. Cottage Grove Avenue | Chicago, Illinois |
| Collection | Archival Photographic Files |
| Repository | University of Chicago Library, Special Collections Research Center |
| Image Identifier | apf2-05367 |
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