The Memorial Field House (left) and Trowbridge Pool/Squash Facility (right), ca. 1950. Photo Credit: Trinity Archives.

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.

In 1925, the College hired Samuel Breck Parkman Trowbridge, Class of 1883, to design a new campus master plan to succeed the Burges Plan. Trowbridge's perspective drawing included the original design for the pool and squash courts, which were intended to become part of a larger gymnasium complex. Trowbridge's 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.

In 1992, Trowbridge Pool was expanded to eight lanes with lane dividers, diving boards, and windows were added for sunlight.

The Trinity Reporter, Spring 1992.

The Trinity Tripod, 01/28/1992.

The Trinity Tripod, 10/22/1929.

The Trinity Tripod, 02/12/1929.