Plimpton Hall
Plimpton Hall was built in 1968 and named for George A. Plimpton, an early Board member and Treasurer for the College.
Location | 1235 Amsterdam Avenue (at corner of 121st Street), 2 blocks from Milbank Hall |
Population | A mix of upperclass students, primarily Sophomores |
Common Areas | TV Lounge, Study Lounge, Computer Lab, and patio terraces on the 1st floor |
Room Layout | Single & double rooms in 6-person suites (floor plans) |
Furniture | Bed (XL Twin), desk, chair, dresser, and wardrobe/closet space |
Security | 24-hour access attendant at the front desk (phone number) |
Internet | Wireless internet access |
Cable | Students may arrange cable TV service with Spectrum Cable for a fee |
Bathrooms | Each suite has its own bathroom |
Kitchens | Each suite has a kitchen with a sink, gas stove/oven, and refrigerator. Students may bring a microwave for use in the kitchen. For a list of kitchen appliances are not permissible, please visit Prohibited Items. |
Laundry | Located in the basement (more info) |
Mail & Packages | All students receive mail & packages at the Student Mail Room in Altschul |
Accessibility | Wheelchair access is on the street level through a locked door, left of main entrance (call the desk attendant for access); both elevators stop on all floors |
AC | Plimpton has seasonal air-conditioning. Info about heating & cooling |
Note: Smoking is not permitted in any Barnard residence hall.
Check which Laundry Machines are available
Virtual Tour
Floor Plans (PDF)
Note: Room size, layout, and furniture configuration may vary. Unfortunately we cannot provide photos of specific rooms.