603 Gilbert
Cottage 15/16
Has been designated a Contributing Resource to the University of Connecticut Historic District
One of two remaining houses built as faculty residences
between 1912 and 1920, the side-by-side colonial revival
structure is sited on what was then the perimeter of campus in an area known as faculty row. Designed by architect Delbert K. Perry of New Britain, CT, this dwelling later served as the house for the Delta Zeta Sorority.
1989
National Park Service
United States Department of the Interior
Erected 1989 by National Park Service.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1912.
Location. 41° 48.348′ N, 72° 14.931′ W. Marker is in Storrs, Connecticut, in Tolland County. Marker is on Gilbert Road. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Storrs Mansfield CT 06268, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 604 Gilbert (within shouting distance of this marker); University Life (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Historic Homesteads (approx. 0.2 miles away); First Step, Fallen Friend
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