The unsightly brick plug is gone. An elegant balcony and a grand staircase once again extend between the east and west wings. The interiors have been restored to the period of Old Main's construction, and a tower has been built south of the landmark to house rest rooms and an elevator. Old Main has been re-established as the cornerstone of the main campus, and its renewed presence serves to celebrate the rich tradition of higher education in Arizona. A tradition symbolized in the grandness of Old Main's design, the distinction of its presence and the perseverance of those who have built and restored this landmark.
Education is a citadel of liberty.
National glory and prosperity consist in the cultivation of our faculties, in the elevation of the liberal arts, in the elucidation of the sciences, in extending and expanding the powers of reasoning. The Main building symbolized the significant place education held for the residents of the territory. Today all of Arizona can celebrate that Old Main once again showcases the significance and tradition of higher education in the 21st century. Through the restoration of Old Main, its supporters have committed to uphold it as a revered place on campus. The project's leaders have promised to continue and maintain Old Main's interior as a place where significant contributors to the ASU legacy will be honored and recognized.