Let's get to work. You can help restore a K-State icon
At more than 140 years old, Anderson Hall is a treasured icon of our university. A constant symbol across our history, it’s stood for nearly a century and half of students, graduations and growth, but its signature architecture is in desperate need of repair.
Once the Practical Agriculture Building, Anderson contained classrooms as well as K-State's first library and is a beacon for our students and what is possible with a K-State education. Now it is our time to preserve its storied legacy and save Anderson Hall.
Let's get to work.
Richard Linton
President of Kansas State University
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Restoring our historic icon
Since 1879, Anderson Hall has stood at the heart of K-State's land-grant mission. Its preservation now calls visionary philanthropy to preserve this cherished landmark for generations to come.
Anderson Hall's majestic reign has given way to:
- Shifting and cracked stonework that create safety concerns
- Deteriorating windows that leave the building vulnerable to weather conditions
- Aging woodwork that lets water in — and even bats
In addition to the renovation, the project also includes a sustainability fund that will protect this important landmark for generations.
The work is defined, and your support will have its impact doubled toward the restoration. All we need is you.
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What we're restoring
Roof, eaves and masonry
The full roof, eaves and stonework will be replaced or restored using approved historical preservation techniques.
Entry and accessibility
The building's entry walk-ups will be modified and modernized to improve access for all visitors while honoring the original architectural character.
Windows and foundation
All 268 windows will be repaired or replaced to seal the building against weather and water damage.
Why now?
If the K-State family raises $24.4 million by 2027, we'll unlock matching funds through the Campus Restoration Act and secure a $45 million renovation at nearly half the cost.
This means your impact will be doubled and your generosity will go further to preserve this K-State history. It's up to use to continue what K-Staters before us started.
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Anderson Hall is K-State
Still an icon with purpose, Anderson Hall frames countless K-State memories — from first campus tours and ringing chimes to lawn games and graduation photos.
It's been part of every Wildcat's journey. We don't want it to end with us. Let's make sure Anderson Hall is there for every K-Stater — past, present and future.
I want to save Anderson Hall
To learn more or discuss ways you can make a difference, contact:
785-775-2000
giving@ksufoundation.org
1800 Kimball Ave., Suite 200,
Manhattan, KS 66502-3373