Entry created by John H. Herrick April 13, 1972.John H. Herrick Archives: Documenting Structures at The Ohio State UniversityThe University Archives has determined that this item is of continuing value to OSU's history.Orton Hall is located at 155 South Oval Drive. This structure was officially named "Orton Hall" by the Board of Trustees on November 17, 1891 in recognition of Dr. Edward Orton, first President of the University. It is also known as the Geological Building, the Biological Museum, The Museum, the Geological Museum, the Museum Building, the Orten (sic) Hall, the Ortan (sic) Hall, and the Edward Orton Sr. Hall. includes addenda