Olmsted Hall of Biological Sciences

Accessibility Information

The front entrance is accessible. There is also an accessible entrance at the rear of the building near the greenhouse, and leading into the first level on the side. There is elevator access to all levels. Accessible restrooms are located on the first and third floors. The closest accessible parking spaces are located in front of Skinner Hall via the Bridge for Laboratory Sciences building on Raymond Ave.

All Gender Bathrooms

Located on every floor, accessible.

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About Olmsted Hall of Biological Sciences

Home to the Biology Department, Olmsted Hall of Biological Sciences supports the process of biological inquiry from molecules to ecosystems. Olmsted adjoins the Bridge for Laboratory Sciences as part of Vassar’s Integrated Science Center. Major instrumentation and facilities include genomic/proteomic/biochemical instrumentation; epiflorescent and confocal microscopes with image acquisition and analysis tools; physiological instruments, such as microinjection tools; cell, plant, and animal culturing facilities; a phytotron with sixteen controlled environment chambers; a large greenhouse; an herbarium; and a vivarium.