Named for John Bascom, Class of 1849
Former Beta Theta Pi house
33 Stetson Court
11,400 sq.ft.
About Bascom House
Bascom House, the old residence of Beta Theta Pi, is named for John Bascom, Class of 1849, Professor of Sociology, who spoke out against the secret societies (fraternities) at Williams and favored co-education. Bascom currently houses the Williams College Office of Admission.
Major Construction History
| Date | Project | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1913 | Architect: Harding and Seaver | |
| 1966 | Purchased | |
| 1968 | Major renovation | |
| 1994 | Renovation and refurbishment | $537,846 |
| 2003 | Converted to house the Admission Office Architect: EDM General Contractor: Renau |
$408,622 |