Konneker Research Center

Main Building Image
Photo of Konneker Research Center, located at The Ridges
#225

Building Type:
Academic

Campus Green:
Ridges Green

Grid Map Square:
B-5

Current Use

The Konneker Research Center are located at The Ridges in building 25, coordinates B-5 on the campus map. It is marked as #225 on the map.

The Konneker Research Center houses the Edison Biotechnology Institute.

History

Built in 1908, building 25 was originally Cottage "M" at the Athens Mental Hospital. It was used as living quarters for male and female patients.

Location

172 Water Tower Dr., Athens, OH 45701 (Directions)


The Ridges Green

The Ridges Green on Ohio University's Athens campus.

The Ridges is on the hill across the Hocking River from the West Green. This part of the Athens Campus was previously the Athens Mental Health Center, a regional psychiatric hospital. Notable buildings on this green include Lin Hall, Kennedy Museum and Ridges Auditorium.

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