The Foundry

Ithaca, New York 14850, United States

Created By: Cornell Botanic Gardens

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This is the oldest building remaining at Cornell. It was built in 1883 as a foundry for the Sibley School of Mechanical Engineering where students created custom metal castings. Still known as “The Foundry,” it is now the Department of Art’s sculpture studio.

This point of interest is part of the tour: Cornell Botanic Gardens: Fall Creek Gorge Tour