Sherzer Hall

Date of Construction: 1903
Known Uses: Initially it housed the Natuaral Science Department. In 1957 the building was renovated and it became the new quarters for college field services. In 1992 EMU Art Department moved to Sherzer.

A view of the Sherzer Hall from behind

One of the most devastating events in the University history occurred on March 9th, 1989, when a massive fire gutted Sherzer Hall.

After the fire, approximately 50% of the building remained intact. The Eastern Echo considered the fire so significant that the appointment of William Shelton as the president was relegated to an inside page.

The building was restored for $5.3 million most of which was paid by the University's insurer.

The building was opened only 19 months after the fire and was rededicated on October 27, 1990.

Sherzer Hall - present