Memorial Union

Link to larger image Memorial Tower under construction in 1925
The construction of the Memorial Tower, March 16, 1925 (Courtesy of University Archives, University of Missouri, C:1/141/2)

1923 Original Construction

Architect: Jamieson and Spearl

Link to larger image of The Memorial Union and Stadium Pamphlet
The Memorial Union and Stadium Pamphlet
(Courtesy of University Archives, University of Missouri, Memorial Union Vertical File)
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Link to larger image of Photograph of the Memorial Tower's Foundation
Photograph of the Memorial Tower's Foundation
(Courtesy of University Archives, University of Missouri, Memorial Union Vertical File)
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Link to larger image of Photograph of Workmen Hoisting Masonry for the Memorial Tower
Photograph of Workmen Hoisting Masonry for the Memorial Tower
(Courtesy of University Archives, University of Missouri, Memorial Union Vertical File)
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Link to larger image of Photograph of the Construction of the Memorial Tower's Archway
Photograph of the Construction of the Memorial Tower's Archway
(Courtesy of University Archives, University of Missouri, Memorial Union Vertical File)
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Link to larger image of Photograph of Continued Construction on the Memorial Tower's Archway
Photograph of Continued Construction on the Memorial Tower's Archway
(Courtesy of University Archives, University of Missouri, Memorial Union Vertical File)
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Link to larger image of Photograph of Construction of the Memorial Tower, November 28, 1925
Photograph of Construction of the Memorial Tower, November 28, 1925
(Courtesy of University Archives, University of Missouri, C:1/141/2)
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Link to larger image of Photograph of Late Construction on the Memorial Tower
Photograph of Late Construction on the Memorial Tower
(Courtesy of University Archives, University of Missouri, Memorial Union Vertical File)
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Link to larger image of Photograph of the Cornerstone
Photograph of the Cornerstone
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Link to larger image of Rendering of the completed Memorial Tower
Rendering of the completed Memorial Tower
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Link to larger image of Photogaph of the Memorial Tower taken from the west along Lowry Street sometime between 1936 and 1950
Photogaph of the Memorial Tower taken from the west along Lowry Street sometime between 1936 and 1950
(Courtesy of University Archives, University of Missouri, C: 1/25/6)
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Link to larger image of Photograph of the Memorial Tower Archway's South Wall
Photograph of the Memorial Tower Archway's South Wall
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Link to larger image of Photograph of the Memorial Tower Archway's North Wall
Photograph of the Memorial Tower Archway's North Wall
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Link to larger image of Detail of Archway Boss
Detail of Archway Boss
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Link to larger image of additional Detail of Archway Boss
Additional Detail of Archway Boss
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Link to larger image of Elevation of Memorial Tower
Elevation of Memorial Tower
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Link to larger image of Elevation, Sections, Details
Elevation, Sections, Details
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Link to larger image of East Elevation and Sections
East Elevation and Sections
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Link to larger image of Proposed East, West and South Elevations (never built)
Proposed East, West and South Elevations (never built)
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Link to larger image of Section Looking East
Section Looking East
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Link to larger image of Proposed Ground Floor Plan (Never Built)
Proposed Ground Floor Plan (Never Built)
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Link to larger image of Proposed First Floor Plan (Never Built)
Proposed First Floor Plan (Never Built)
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Link to larger image of Proposed Second Floor Plan (Never Built)
Proposed Second Floor Plan (Never Built)
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Link to larger image of Arcade Floor Plan and Details
Arcade Floor Plan and Details
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Link to larger image of Second Floor Plan and Stair Details
Second Floor Plan and Stair Details
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Link to larger image of Third Floor Plan and Roof Plan
Third Floor Plan and Roof Plan
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Link to larger image of Interior Details of Arcade
Interior Details of Arcade
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Link to larger image of Plan of Memorial Room Floor and Ceiling
Plan of Memorial Room Floor and Ceiling
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Link to larger image of Elevation of East and North Wall
Elevation of East and North Wall
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Link to larger image of Chimes and Clock Houses
Chimes and Clock Houses
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Link to larger image of Details of Circular Stairs
Details of Circular Stairs
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Link to larger image of Details of Bosses in Archway under Torches
Details of Bosses in Archway under Torches
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Link to larger image of Detail of Clock Face Stone
Detail of Clock Face Stone
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Link to larger image of Elevation of Carving under Clock
Elevation of Carving under Clock
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Link to larger image of Plan and Detail of Door
Plan and Detail of Door
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Link to larger image of Details of Clock Opening and Clock House
Details of Clock Opening and Clock House
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Link to larger image of Archway Lighting Fixtures
Archway Lighting Fixtures
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This project was originally developed with support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the state of Missouri.