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      1. Admission and Student Financial Services

        Grinnell College Office of Admission, 1227 Park Street, Grinnell, IA, USA

        Visiting Grinnell? Your day will likely start here! While you wait, enjoy fresh donuts from Grin City Bakery (on Monday and Friday), the latest edition of the Des Moines Register, and a warm fireplace.


        Visit Grinnell!

      2. Humanities and Social Studies Center

        1226 Park St, Grinnell, IA, USA

        Newly-built, spacious hub for classrooms, study lounges, and an outdoor garden courtyard (see photo #2). Fun Fact: this building is heated and cooled by geothermal wells, and collected rainwater from the roof goes towards flushing toilets and irrigation.

      3. Noyce Science Center

        Noyce Science Center, 1116 8th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        Home to a variety of classrooms, refurbished labs, the Kistle Science Library, and a greenhouse. Plus — hammocks right outside! Named after Robert N. Noyce ’49, who co-founded Intel Corp. and was known as the "Mayor of Silicon Valley."

      4. Joe Rosenfield ’25 Center

        Joe Rosenfield ’25 Center, 1115 8th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        A centrally-located hub of campus life — home to the dining hall, the Spencer Grill, Multicultural Suites, classrooms, the Wellness Lounge (picture #4), a game room, the mail room, and more! Having a rough day? The Laurel Leaf Lounge (picture #5) is known for being one of the top napping spots on campus.

      5. Burling Library

        1111 6th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        Popular campus hub for studying, casual reading, and book talks. Enjoy the extensive collection, along with periodicals, newspapers, and a basement archive (see pictures #4, #6, and #7).


        Browse the collection!

      6. Bucksbaum Center for the Arts

        1108 Park St, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        Stop by Bucksbaum to wander around the Grinnell College Museum of Art, enjoy an a capella performance in the Rotunda, or take in a show at Roberts Theatre. This sprawling complex is also home to Sebring-Lewis Hall (for student/faculty recitals and concerts), Flanagan Studio Theatre, 11 art studios, 15 music practice rooms, and more!

      7. Bear Athletic Center

        Charles Benson Bear '39 Recreation and Athletic Center, 10th Avenue, Grinnell, IA, USA

        Enjoy a workout in the fitness center, a swim or steam in the natatorium, or a lap around a 200-meter indoor track. Afterwards, catch a basketball game or volleyball match in Darby Gym. Check out the attached photos to see our locker rooms and fitness center. 


        Pioneers Stories, Schedules, Stats

      8. Natatorium

        Grinnell College Natatorium, 10th Avenue, Grinnell, IA, USA

        Open to all students (when our Swim & Dive team isn’t practicing), the Natatorium is home to an Olympic-size pool, steam rooms, and hot tubs. Check out the time-lapse video to see what a home meet looks like — start to finish!

      9. Grinnell College Golf Course

        933 13th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        A great location for walks, stargazing...and golf, of course!

      10. Grinnell College Fieldhouse

        10th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        A 200-meter indoor track and indoor tennis courts await you at this state-of-the-art fieldhouse. Not a runner? Grinnell student-athletes have the opportunity to work at home meets, counting laps and assisting with events such as high jump and long jump. In 2016, Grinnell even hosted the NCAA Division III Men’s & Women’s Indoor Track and Field Championships!

      11. Rock Climbing Wall

        1101 8th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        While Iowa is not particularly known for rugged terrain, enjoy a taste of the mountains in walking distance of your dorm! The climbing wall is typically open 4-5 days each week, and offers everything from bouldering to top rope climbing.

      12. Harris Center

        1114 10th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        This multipurpose event space hosts everything from themed Harris parties, film showings, student concerts (picture #3), room draw, and events such as ISO cultural night (picture #2). Harris is also the home of GORP (Grinnell Outdoor Recreation Program).

      13. North Campus Residence Halls

        Younker Hall, 8th Avenue, Grinnell, IA, USA

        North campus offers views of Mac Field, historic architecture, and the only residence hall with in-room sinks (Clark)! Younker hall (pictured in eighth photo) is home to the Stonewall Resource Center and an outdoor hammock space.

      14. East Campus Residence Halls

        1307 East Street, Grinnell, IA, USA

        Grinnell College’s newest residence halls! Beautiful campus views, an indoor/outdoor loggia, an outdoor basketball court, and convenient access to the Rosenfield Center and Bear Athletic Center. Rooms pictured are in Lazier Hall and Rathje Hall.

      15. South Campus Residence Halls

        Loose Hall, 1215 East St, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        South Campus is known for a fully indoor loggia, Cleveland beach, sand volleyball, and historic Main Quad — home to events such as Local Foods Thanksgiving. Rooms pictured are in Read Hall and Haines Hall.

      16. Russian House

        1311 Park St, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        Looking to improve your knowledge of Russian language and culture? Russian House is one of 5 language houses on Grinnell’s campus, a living option for students beginning in their second year.


        Explore all Language and Project Houses!

      17. Mac Field

        1410 Park St, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        Expansive green space near North Campus. Popular for ultimate frisbee and rugby, relaxing on a warm day, and the Arctic Lights celebration each winter (see pictures #5 and #6). Fun fact: 275 feet below Mac Field are 220 geothermal wells, which provide heating and cooling to the Humanities and Social Studies Center.

      18. Central Campus

        1201 10th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        Beautiful spaces to relax, read, play sand volleyball, and enjoy Iowa’s four seasons.

      19. Commencement Lawn

        1101 8th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        When not in use for May Commencement, this grassy, shaded space is a popular location for outdoor class sessions in the fall and late spring.

      20. John Chrystal Center

        John Chrystal Center, 1103 Park St, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        Thinking about life after Grinnell? The Chrystal Center is home to the Center for Careers, Life, and Service. Stop by for individual advising and career communities — or to enjoy the building's extensive use of limestone and glass. 


        Grinnellian Postgrad Outcomes

      21. Center for Religion, Spirituality, and Social Justice (CRSSJ)

        913 8th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        A warm and welcoming community center for all students. Home to dedicated Hindu and Muslim prayer spaces, a meditation space, an interfaith library, larger worship and prayer spaces, and a lending-library.


        Religious & Prayer Groups on Campus

      22. Goodnow Hall

        Goodnow Hall, 1118 Park St, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        Grinnell College’s oldest building! Since 1885, Goodnow has served as an observatory, a library, and now as a mix of beautifully restored classroom and office spaces. You might even have your First-Year Tutorial in Goodnow (see picture #3)!

      23. The Forum

        1115 8th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        Feeling sick? Wi-fi issues? The Forum is the place to go. Formerly a student center, this unique space now houses ITS, Student Health and Wellness, and the Digital Liberal Arts Laboratory. As a bonus, it’s one of Grinnell’s coolest-looking buildings at night.


        Explore SHAW Resources

      24. Running and Walking Trails

        15148 Jacob Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA

        Enjoy a walk or run around the soccer and softball fields, complete with excellent sunset views and scenery from the neighboring farmland.