General sense of excitement and buzz about the place as final arrangements are made for the opening. A plinth and plaque are in place for the speeches and unveiling. Potted plants all over the place. Coat racks, refreshement tables and welcome desks all in place. Lots more. I understand the orange pails collecting rainwater in a couple of places have been removed. Let's hope it doesn't pour.

Meanwhile, more as a distraction than anything I decided to learn the titles and artists of all six pieces of artwork we have hanging on the walls. Valued at maybe $200,000 I understand - though I probably won't be mentioning that on any student tours I do. (At least now I can tell you that the 45 star flag (a John Bratby work) was used from 1896 when Utah joined the Union to 1908 when Oklahoma joined up.)