Richardson Olmsted Complex

Designed by H.H. Richardson and completed in 1985, the Richardson Olmsted Complex was formally a state asylum for the insane. Nestled on 200 acres, the complex comprised multiple buildings spanning like wings from the central administrative tower. It was faced the south east so as much day light as possible shinned through.

By the 1970 the structure was falling apart and it had become an administrative building. In 1986 it was designated a National Historic Landmark , and after years of vacancy it was repurposed as the Hotel Henry Urban Resort Conference Center. The copper roof flashing on the sloped towers has created this unique patina similar to that of the Statue of Liberty.

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