Milbank, Brinckerhoff, and Fiske Halls

Milbank, Brinckerhoff, and Fiske Halls are three interconnected structures at Barnard College with four stories built from dark red brick, white limestone details, and terra cotta decorative elements. The buildings sit on a raised basement level and anchor a significant portion of the campus in this area.

Architect Charles A. Rich designed these structures between 1897 and 1898, drawing on Italian Renaissance and Colonial Revival architectural traditions. They were completed during a period of growth for Barnard College in the Morningside Heights neighborhood.

The halls contain laboratories, classrooms, and administrative offices that support the educational mission of Barnard College within Manhattan's academic district.

The buildings sit at the intersection of West 119th and 120th Streets near Broadway and Claremont Avenues and connect easily to the subway system. Visitors can view the exteriors from nearby streets, though access inside is restricted to Barnard College community members.

The rooftop of Milbank Hall holds the Arthur Ross Greenhouse, a facility that provides Barnard students with hands-on opportunities for botanical research and study. This hidden rooftop feature demonstrates how practical research spaces have been woven into the older building design.

Location: Manhattan

GPS coordinates: 40.81056,-73.96333

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:24