Drexel University Main Building
- Historically Known As: Drexel Institute of Art, Science and Industry
- Address: 3141 Chestnut St
- Vicinity: S 32nd St
- Neighborhood of University City in Philadelphia, PA
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
| 1889/00/00 | Joseph M Wilson | Architect | Drexel Institute's building is designed by engineer and architect Joseph M Wilson. | |||
| 1891/12/17 | Anthony Joseph Drexel | Benefactor | Drexel Institute of Art, Science and Industry is dedication during ceremonies. | |||
| 1892/00/00 | A Oscar Martin | Education | Adam Martin attends special architectural courses at Drexel Institute in Philadelphia. | |||
| 1956/03/28 | The Tidewater Grain Co's grain elevator explodes at the corner of 31st and Market Strs, killing 3 and injuring at least 84 others. Many Drexel students in classes are injured by flying glass or when the Great Court's stained glass ceiling shattered. | |||||
| 2022/02/00 | A four year restoration of the Great Court ceiling in Drexel University's main building is revealed. The beige background with red and taupe ornate stenciling is an updated version of the original discovered under nine layers of paint and plaster. |
| Particulars for Drexel University Main Building: | |
|---|---|
| Area of Significance | Architecture |
| Criteria | Architecture-Engineering |
| Building Attribute | Atrium |
| Sight Category | Building |
| Area of Significance | Education |
| Architectural Style | French Empire |
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