Storrs in Mansfield in Capitol Region, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
604 Gilbert
Cottage 22/23
August 1, 2019
1. 604 Gilbert Marker
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 University's counseling and student development center.
1989
National Park Service United States Department of the Interior
Erected 1989.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1912.
Location. 41° 48.321′ N, 72° 14.906′ W. Marker is in Mansfield in Capitol Region, Connecticut. It is in Storrs. It is on Gilbert Road. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Storrs Mansfield CT 06269, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Connecticut’s Quiet Corner. It is also in the American Northeast and in New England. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once Tolland County and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: 603 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 (approx. 0.2 miles away); With Gratitude (approx. 0.3 miles away);
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August 1, 2019
2. 604 Gilbert Cottage
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