Founded in 1869 as a land-grant college, it is now one of the nations leading universities. Noteworthy are the Memorial Union containing an art gallery and the Stewart Center, embracing an experimental theater, art gallery, playhouse and audio-visual center as well as a hotel and restaurants.
Guided tours of Purdue's central campus are available. Self guiding walking tour maps are available.
Open Monday through Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday 8am-4pm. Reservations are required for guided tours.