Architectural rendering of the Moody Center at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas.

An architect's rendering of the proposed Behrens Chapel at Hardin-Simmons University, depicting a side view of the building’s exterior. Note in the lower-left corner reads, "A Chapel - Auditorium for Hardin-Simmons University -- Abilene, Texas."

Architectural rending of the student union building, Moody Center, at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas.

Photograph of the Sid Richardson Science Building at Hardin-Simmons University, showing the courtyard and hallways from the exterior.

Aerial photograph of the Hardin-Simmons University campus and the surrounding area, showing buildings, houses, parking lots, cars, roads, and fields. Handwritten note on the back of the photograph reads, "Aerial view of campus, ?1966."

Photograph of the interior of Van Ellis Theater at Hardin-Simmons University. Taken from the stage, the photo shows the colorful audience chairs from above.

Photograph of the contents of a display case at the Friends of the Library Dinner. Books open on their spines and artifacts and trinkets line both shelves of the case.

Aerial photograph of the Hardin-Simmons University campus looking north, showing the Sandefer Memorial, Behrens Chapel, Caldwell Hall, and Moody Center. The south side of the campus, including Anderson and Compere Halls, are not shown within the frame of the photo.

An architect's rendering of the proposed Behrens Chapel at Hardin-Simmons University, depicting an aerial view of the building’s exterior. Handwritten note in blue ink on the back reads, "Chapel-auditorium under construction at Hardin-Simmons University."

Photograph of a case displaying books and artifacts related to the Old West in Richardson Library at Hardin-Simmons University. The books are on topics such as San Francisco, cowboys, and maps.

Group photograph of the Hardin-Simmons University Board of Trustees in attendance at the spring meeting in 1960.

Photograph of a display case attached to the wall of a room inside the Hardin-Simmons University library building. In the case can be seen figures of ancient Greek statues and miniature vases depicting Grecian scenes; several East Asian fans of varying size and complexity; and woven works, including a place mat, and several handmade percussion instruments.

Photograph of books, maps, and objects displayed in a case at the library at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. A plaque on top of the display case reads, "From the DeGolyer Foundation Library."

Photographs of books, maps, and objects displayed in two cases at the library at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. According to the plaque on top of the right case, these materials are borrowed from the DeGolyer Foundation Library.

Photograph of the art building, formerly the cafeteria called the “Old Beanery,” at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene.

Photograph of the construction of Behrens Chapel at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. A large piece of construction equipment is parked in front of the entrance doors and scaffolding remains on certain sections of the building.

Photograph of several additions of the Holy Bible on display at Richardson Library at Hardin-Simmons University. Two prints from very old additions of the Bible have been tacked to the back of the display case.

Photograph of Hardin-Simmons University student Billy Ray Johnson posed in a field with a lasso. He wears a fringed button down shirt, a large belt buckle, and a cowboy hat.

Group photograph of the 1965 Board of Trustees at Hardin-Simmons University. The photo also includes a list of officers and their position as well as members and their place of residence.

Photograph of materials on display in a case at Richardson Library at Hardin-Simmons University. Pamphlets and artifacts with a “What It Takes to Make a Book” sign can be seen in the case.

Photograph of materials on display in a case at Richardson Library at Hardin-Simmons University. Pamphlets and artifacts with a “What It Takes to Make a Book” sign can be seen in the case.

Photograph of two books open on display in the Richardson Library at Hardin-Simmons University.

Photograph of two books open on display in the Richardson Library at Hardin-Simmons University.

Group photograph of a few members of the Simmons College class of 1919 at Founder’s Day in 1969. A typed note included with the photo identifies those pictured and one woman who was at the ceremony but not in the picture. Also, the note announces that all of the known living members of the class of 1919 with receive medallions in person or by mail. Standing, left to right: Rev. John W. Williams, Dr. D. M. Wiggins, Dr. Roy McCulloch, Mr. Carroll Spangler, and Wilbur Watson Wimberly. Seated, left to right: Mrs. E. D. Sansing (Isora Ford), Mrs. W. C. Smith (Lorah Amelia Branch), and Miss Theo Muir.