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1885
June 10
William P. Blake donates 41 scientific and technical books to form the beginning of the School of Mines Library.
June 12
Gilbert Bailey loans his collection of fossils and minerals, providing the foundation for the Museum of Geology.
August 19
Cornerstone of the first School of Mines building dedicated.
1887
February 21
First day of classes at Dakota School of Mines.
1888
Metallurgy Building completed at School of Mines.
May 31
First commencement, John W. Hancher receives first bachelor of science degree.
1889
South Dakota admitted to Union as 40th state.
