Hauptgebaude, also known as Old Main, is a historic three-story building in Elmhurst, Illinois that served as the predecessor to Elmhurst University. Constructed in 1878, the building reflected the German heritage of the local residents and played a significant role in the early development of the university.
Originally functioning as a gymnasium-style school, Hauptgebaude housed various facilities over the years, including science labs, a cafeteria, and even a smoking room. Renovated multiple times, the building now serves as faculty offices, art studios, and general classrooms, while also being listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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