Fairbanks Hall was remodeled 1984. The building was converted into a studio and classroom space for the ISU Art Department.
On February 2, 1903 Crawford Fairbanks, a businessman and philanthropist, announced his intention to build a public library to be named Emeline Fairbanks, in his mother's honor.
On August 11, 1906 they announced the openning of the library building to the public, and on that Monday, the Emeline Fairbanks Memorial Library opened for business.
Indiana State University gained possesion of the Public Library in 1978. The building was renovated and renamed Fairbanks Hall.
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