Illinois Verse/Open House
Open House
Open House we've known for twenty years And more. The engineers first opened upTheir wonders of whirling wheels and belts and gearsAnd blazing electric lights and in spite of fears The public entered to wonder and admire.
Then physics offered its mysteries to all; The glorious beauty of its Geysler tubes,The delicate instruments that rise and fallAt slightest pressure; and sounds that oft appal The ignorant, yet hold a fascination.
Chem Open House is not so fair to see With test-tubes, carboys and desks so grimly marred.But in a cave they practice alchemyIn secret, and wonder grows how it can be This marvelous science was saved for us today.
The Ags and Household open up their doors And offer hospitality to allSo thru their corridors a great crowd pours,Investigates and eagerly explores; Sees and hears and even tastes delights.
A settled custom this has long become To let the students and the public knowThe work that each department does and someOf the wonders wrought. With all, some tricks and fun, And what more popular than Open House!