Main Hall

Amenities

Lounges

Main Hall has one lounge located on the first floor and another in its garden level. The first floor lounge has couches, study tables, and a piano. Gardner lounge is in Main's garden level, where Bob's Underground (a student café) and the Free Sound office (a student organization) are also located. 

Kitchens

There are two kitchens available to residents. The main kitchen is located on the fourth floor and is equipped with a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, and dining table. The second kitchen is located in the basement and is equipped with a stove, oven, and a refrigerator. 

Storage

Storage space is available in a trunk room located in the building's basement. 

Bathrooms

Six bathrooms are available throughout the hall. There are two gender-inclusive bathrooms on the second, third, and fourth floors. 

Laundry

Residents can use laundry facilities located in Main's basement. Facilities include six washers and dryers. 

Computer Lab

A computer lab with printing facilities is located on the first floor of Cleveland, the residence hall right next to Main.

Recycling

Recycling bins are located on the first floor.

Air Conditioning and Heating

Main offers heating and air conditioning.

Elevator

Main has an elevator that can access all floors, but is not ADA-compliant. 

Outdoor Amenities

Outdoor amenities include fire pits and volleyball court, located on Cleve Beach. 

History

Main Hall was named to honor President John Hanson Thomas Main, who conceived of and carried forward the idea of Grinnell as a residential college. 

Details

Date of Construction

1915

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