Sources

This project draws on archival materials, interviews, and direct observation to document the presence of plants inside Carleton campus buildings. These sources provide historical context as well as information about how plants have been distributed and maintained in campus spaces.

Carleton College Archives

Historical photographs from the Carleton College Archives were used to provide context for how plants have appeared in campus buildings over time.

Two students work with plants for a botany lab (1951)
Plants in Upper Sayles; windows; view from windows (1999)

Carleton College Archives
https://www.carleton.edu/library/collections/archives/

Archive collection link
https://archive.carleton.edu/Detail/collections/106519

Interview

Randall Hagen

An interview with Randall Hagen provided historical information about the greenhouse and the distribution of plants across campus buildings. The interview also explained how renovations and changes in building design have affected the presence of plants on campus.

Campus Observation

Plant locations and plant types were documented through direct observation of plants located inside several Carleton buildings. These observations were used to identify common indoor plants and record their locations across campus.

Digital Tools

ArcGIS Online — interactive mapping of plant locations
Scaniverse — creation of 3D plant models
WordPress — project website and presentation platform

Project Team

Mohammed Albarassi
Austin Mohr
Patrick Smith
Brandon Damelin