Edward Orton, Sr.
United States geologist and educator (1829-1899) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 70
Edward Francis Baxter Orton was a United States geologist, and the first president of The Ohio State University. Orton founded The Ohio State University's first academic department, the Department of Geology, and founded the Orton Geological Museum.
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A bust of Edward Orton Sr. in the Orton Hall library at the Ohio State University, decorated to celebrate Christmas and the school football team's participation in the College Football Playoff
Orton Memorial Library of Geology
Edward Orton Monument - Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve / John Bryan State ParkAbout this person
Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1829 to 1899 · aged 70
