The entire building gained wireless Internet access in 2008.

In 1916, the building gained an extra wing and tower, giving it an "L" shape.

At some point the building gained a 2nd storey, before it was destroyed by fire in 1926.

During this time, the building gained its famous stone Ionic columns.

This is where the building gained its "Metropolitan" name, even though it changed hands a few more times before succumbing to the wrecking ball.

The building gained a national trust classification in 1987.

Now the building, Thomas Library, has gained wider attention.

By the end of the 1930's, the building had gained a muscular defender not prone to falling from high places.

In 1973 the building gained a parking lot and air conditioning.

The building gained a water supply in 1891 and was electrified in 1917.