Hewitt Quadrangle

Hewitt Quadrangle is an academic square at Yale University in New Haven that connects several major buildings through limestone structures and open spaces. Its main buildings include Woolsey Hall, Woodbridge Hall, and the Beinecke Rare Book Library, which together form a cohesive ensemble.

The square was established in 1901 as University Court and received its present name in 1917. The buildings there were created as Bicentennial Buildings, marking the university's 200th anniversary.

The square features several artworks, including Isamu Noguchi's marble installation 'The Garden' with three pieces representing time, sun, and chance. These works shape the daily visual character of the space and invite people to pause.

The square is easy to explore on foot and offers open areas for walking and observing. Various entrances allow flexible routes depending on which buildings you wish to visit.

Beneath the plaza lies an extensive underground library facility that stores rare manuscripts and books in temperature-controlled environments. This hidden network allows the preservation of significant collections directly beneath the feet of visitors.

GPS coordinates: 41.31150,-72.92680

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:03