Watson Library | Charting a Century of Changes

3D Model

Towering toward the blue autumn sky, sparkling in the snow, or standing stalwart behind beds of breezy tulips, Watson Library is a Jayhawk Boulevard landmark for all seasons. As the central hub of the largest library collection in Kansas, Watson has seen tremendous growth and change over a century of service, a necessary evolution. This 3D model was created Makenna Dawson, a student in KU’s master’s in architecture program, using SketchUp and based on historic blueprints. It’s aim is to highlight general physical changes to Watson Library over the years. For more on Watson Library’s Centennial Celebration or behind the scenes info about this project visit lib.ku.edu/watson100.