Geophysics and Astronomy Building

Location:
2219 Main Mall
Date:
Original construction 1950-51
North Wing 1953
South Wing 1955-57
Architect:
Sharp & Thompson, Berwick, Pratt
Cost:
1950-51: $117,560 (estimated)
1953: $120,000
1955-57: $100,000
Sources of funds:
B.C. Government
Name history:
B.C. Research Council Building until 1969.
Use history:
Used by B.C. Research Council until the construction of their new building in 1969.
Architectural features:
Reinforced concrete frame structure with concrete block spandril walls.
Sources:
Thompson, Berwick, Pratt; UBC Chronicle XXI

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