Eastman Hall, named for Alvah Eastman, resident director at St. Cloud State (1901-1908, 1926-1933), opened in 1930 as the campus gymnasium. It served until 1965 when Halenbeck Hall opened its doors.
Kiehle was opened in 1952 as St. Cloud State's first building built as a library. It served as the campus library until 1971. Since 1974, Kiehle has served as home to the Department of Art.