Old Main (Pennsylvania State University)
| Old Main | |
|---|---|
Old Main on the main campus of Pennsylvania State University in 2014. | |
Interactive map of the Old Main area | |
| Former names | Main Building |
| General information | |
| Type | University administration, Clock Tower |
| Architectural style | Federal revival |
| Location | University Park, Pennsylvania |
| Completed | 1867 (original structure) 1930 (current structure) |
| Owner | Pennsylvania State University |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 4 + Clock Tower |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Charles Klauder |
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Old Main (originally called "Main Building") is The Pennsylvania State University's first building of major significance. First completed in 1867, the current incarnation of the building was completed in 1930. Today, Old Main serves as the administrative center of Penn State, housing the offices of the president and other officials. It is located in the Farmers' High School Historic District, added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1981.