1966
The Lindheimer Astrophysical Research Center, funded by members of the family of the late Chicago philanthropist, Benjamin F. Lindheimer, and a grant from the National Science Foundation, was completed.

1967
Dedication of Lindheimer Astrophysical Research Center. Center contained 40-inch and 16-inch reflecting telescopes - the former financed primarily by a gift from the A. Montgomery Ward Foundation; the latter financed primarily by a gift from the Hans D. lsenberg Foundation, a grant from the National Science Foundation, and University funds.