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 the corner of 121st Street) |
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 |
Furniture | Bed (XL Twin), desk, chair, dresser, and wardrobe/closet space |
Security | 24-hour access attendant at the front desk |
Internet | WiFi access |
Bathrooms | Each suite shares a bathroom. Students are responsible for cleaning their suite bathroom. |
Kitchens | Each suite has a kitchen with a sink, stove/oven, refrigerator, and cabinet space Students may supply their own microwave for use in the kitchen For a list of permissible kitchen appliances, please visit Prohibited Items |
Laundry | Located in the basement (more info) |
Mail & Packages | All students receive mail & packages at the Student Mail Room |
Accessibility | The building entrance has steps. For wheelchair access through the side gate to the basement level, please contact Barnard Community Safety. The elevators stop at all floors, including the basement. |
AC | Plimpton has seasonal air-conditioning] Information about heating & cooling |
Note: Smoking is not permitted in any Barnard residence hall.