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Trowbridge Pool/Squash Facility
The Trowbridge Pool/Squash Facility was built in 1929 and was the first project in what would later become the Ferris Athletic Center. The swimming pool was enclosed inside with four lanes, and the squash courts were built directly above the pool. The space was upgraded in 1992, and the pool expanded to eight lanes with lane dividers, diving boards, and added windows to allow for sunlight.
The pool was named in memory of Samuel Breck Parkman Trowbridge, Class of 1883. In 1925, the College hired Trowbridge to design a new campus master plan to succeed the Burges Plan. Trowbridge's drawing included the original plans for the pool and squash courts, and his death in 1925 before the project's completion inspired the dedication of the facilities in his name. A cornerstone was also laid in the gymnasium in Trowbridge's honor with a time capsule box placed inside containing building plans, a copy of the Tripod, and College reports, among other items.
Sources
The Trinity Reporter, Spring 1992.
The Trinity Tripod, 01/28/1992.
The Trinity Tripod, 10/22/1929.
The Trinity Tripod, 02/12/1929.