English Brothers Company - General Contractors

Blair Hall was built in 1913 and is the third oldest building on the Eastern Illinois University campus. The building was nearly destroyed by a fire in April of 2004. (Learn more about the fire on the Eastern Illinois University website). The extensive renovations have now been completed by English Brothers Company and the end result has been described as "absolutely stunning" and "a legacy".

Blair Hall after the April 2004 fire

The fire was said to have caused more than $11 million in damages. Despite the damage caused by the fire, EIU President Lou Hencken was quoted in this Bloomington Pantagraph article as saying, "However, from the chaos, the uncertainty, the inconvenience, we have a better university community a reborn Blair Hall that will for years and years to come serve this great university". The University re-dedicated the building in a ceremony on April 24, 2006. Below are some pictures from the 'new' Blair Hall:

Blair Hall Entrance
Meeting Room
Blair Hall Addition

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