ABBOTT HALL (Chemistry) -- The building is named in honor of Dr. George A. Abbott, professor emeritus of chemistry. Dr. Abbott joined the UND faculty in 1910 as professor of chemistry and head of the department. In 1948 he retired from an active administrative role but continued to teach until 1952. He was the first professional chemist on the UND faculty and actively built the department to national recognition. Dr. Abbott died in 1973 at the age of 98.

The building was constructed in 1961 and dedicated in 1962. In 1992 an addition to the west side of the building provided more space and in 1998 a renovation of the hall was competed after delays from the 1997 flood.