Built in 1929 at nearly 9,000 square feet, The House is one of the oldest and largest buildings on campus. Students, student organizations, departments, and campus/community partners are welcome to rent space(s) at The House like our multipurpose halls, seminar rooms, library, art gallery, and/or kitchen for events that are aligned with The House’s mission.
To make a reservation at the House, click Room Reservations in the menu on the left.
Facilities
First Floor
Founders’ Room – Room 101
- Types of events allowed – receptions, talks, lectures, dinners, small performances
- Capacity - 100 lecture style; 75 for seated receptions
E-Room – Room 104
- Largest activity space
- 75-foot ceiling, gothic windows, and wood paneling
- Types of events allowed- lectures, theater/plays, screenings and watch events, rehearsals, banquets, large socials, performances
- Capacity - 155 lecture style; 130 for seated receptions ; 220 for a stand-up reception or party
- NOTE: Plays require notification and approval from The House’s Director and the Office of Undergraduate Productions http://www.yale.edu/oup/
Kitchen – Room 104A
Complete with stove, oven, refrigerator, sink, two microwaves, dishwasher, crockpot, instant pot, waffle makers, keurig, rice cooker, blender, spices, and more
Second Floor
Art Gallery – Room 201
- Large room equipped with facilities for mounting art exhibits
- Types of events allowed - performances, receptions, exhibitions, meetings, small talks/readings
- Capacity - 60 seated, 80 standing
- No food allowed inside
Library – Room 203
- Available for studying, small group meetings/seminars
- Capacity – 20
- No food allowed inside
Basement
Lighten Room – Room B01 (Room was funded through the generosity of William (‘86) and Janifer (‘83) Lighten)
- Equipment: 85-inch smart tv with HDMI connection, 5 large beanbags, couches and large lounge chairs, folding tables, stackable chairs
- Types of Events allowed – rehearsals, meetings, large gathering, dinners, lectures, classes
- Capacity - 75 seated, 125 standing
Mural Room – Room B06
- Equipment: mobile whiteboard, lamps
- Available for board meetings, seminar style classes, small group study sessions
- Capacity – 20 seated
Purple Room – Room B09
- Available for small meetings, discussions, rest
- Capacity – 8 seated
Podcast Room - Room B11
- Available for small meetings, discussions, band rehearsals
Rooms not available to reserve
UIC - Room B05
BCAY - Room 301
House Storage – Room B07