Dunster House, Boston
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Facts and practical information
Dunster House is one of twelve undergraduate residential Houses at Harvard University. Built in 1930, it is one of the first two dormitories at Harvard University constructed under President Abbott Lawrence Lowell's House Plan and one of the seven Houses given to Harvard by Edward Harkness. In the early days, room rents varied based on the floor and the size of the room. Dunster was unique among Harvard dormitories for its sixth-story walk-up; these rooms were originally rented by poorer students, such as Norman Mailer. ()
Coordinates: 42°22'6"N, 71°6'58"W
Day trips
Dunster House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Harvard Lampoon Building, Grolier Poetry Bookshop, Quincy House, The Harvard Coop.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Dunster House?
Nearby attractions include John W. Weeks Bridge, Boston (3 min walk), Harvard Houses Historic District, Boston (4 min walk), Hiram Sands House, Boston (5 min walk), Quincy House, Boston (5 min walk).
How to get to Dunster House by public transport?
The nearest stations to Dunster House:
Bus
Metro
Light rail
Bus
- Mt Auburn St @ Putnam Ave • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
- Massachusetts Ave @ Holyoke St • Lines: 1, 69 (9 min walk)
Metro
- Harvard • Lines: Red (11 min walk)
- Central Square • Lines: Red (17 min walk)
Light rail
- Babcock Street • Lines: B (30 min walk)
- Packards Corner • Lines: B (32 min walk)