Kline Biology Tower

Kline Tower is a brutalist skyscraper at Yale University with 16 floors of concrete and glass rising 250 feet (76 meters) into the New Haven skyline. The building's form features stacked block-like structures that create its distinctive visual presence on campus.

This tower was completed in 1966 by architect Philip Johnson as the tallest structure in New Haven at the time. It held that distinction for just three years before Connecticut Financial Center topped it in 1969.

The departments of Astronomy, Mathematics, and Statistics use this building daily for teaching and research, filling its spaces with academic activity. The tower remains a symbol of Yale's commitment to scientific education.

The building sits at 219 Prospect Street and is easy to spot from various points on the Yale campus. Keep in mind that it remains an active workplace with limited public access, so viewing from outside works best.

The building was long known as 'Biology Tower' but was renamed in 2023 after science departments moved to a new facility on campus. This name change marks a turning point in the building's role at Yale.

Location: New Haven

Architects: Philip Johnson

Floors above the ground: 16

GPS coordinates: 41.31720,-72.92240

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:51