[3] Chancellor John Tyler Caldwell and School of Design Dean Henry L. Kamphoefner expanded the collection in the 60s, seeking to acquire and exhibit art which would reflect and enrich the teachings of the university.
[4] In 2009, the university announced the Talley Student Union would undergo a $120 million renovation and expansion project, and the redesign would not include the Gregg.
[6] In addition to the issue of limited space, the Gregg’s location made it difficult for off-campus visitors to visit the museum.
[9] Perkins and Will, a global architecture firm based out of Chicago, acquired The Freelon Group (and the renovation project) in 2014.
[10] The university would not begin renovating until they secured complete funding, which took approximately 4 years; in April 2015, a groundbreaking ceremony was held to signify the start of construction.