Morris House (1893)
Morris House is a Smith College residence in the Ivy neighborhood, housing 68 students, built in 1893.
Wheelchair accessible
Photo: Smith College
About Morris House
Built in 1893 alongside Lawrence House, Morris is a charming ivy-covered brick house with a piano, pool table, and large front porch with an old-fashioned swing. Named for Kate Morris, one of Smith's original eleven graduates and the first recipient of a doctorate from the institution in 1889. Houses 68 students.
History & namesake
- Designed in the 1890s, alongside Lawrence House, by the architect William C. Brocklesby. (Lost New England — William C. Brocklesby)
House facts
| Neighborhood | Ivy |
|---|---|
| Year built | 1893 |
| Capacity | 68 students |
| Residential floors | 4 |
| Single rooms | 34 |
| Double rooms | 17 |
| Triple rooms | 0 |
| Bathroom sharing | ~23 per bathroom |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes |
| Elevator | No |
| Address | 101 Green Street, Northampton, MA |
Links
- View Morris House on the interactive campus map
- Official Morris House page (smith.edu)
- @morrishouse.smith on Instagram
- Morris House alumnae group on Facebook
More houses in the ● Ivy neighborhood: Lee House, Albright House, Baldwin House, Chapin House, Duckett House, Hubbard House, Lawrence House, Tyler House, Washburn House.