Leigh Hall — 1930

History

Completed in 1930, the building now known as Leigh Hall (435 College St.) originally served as the home of the Department of University Health Services. The limestone structure contained administrative offices and treatment facilities. In 1971, when University Health Services relocated to a new location at 17 Hillhouse Avenue, the building was remodeled for use by Admissions, Student Financial Aid, and Student Loan offices.

Renovated in 2001 and re-christened Leigh Hall in honor of Mitch and Abby Leigh, the four-story structure now houses faculty studios, classrooms, and administrative offices of the Yale School of Music as well as student practice rooms and Parker Hall, a recital hall on the 4th floor.

The renovation included repairs to the limestone trim and façade and to the slate roof, new energy-efficient metal windows that are faithful to the original window design, and repair and replacement of damaged exterior stonework. The walls were equipped with soundproofing and wireless capabilities and a new HVAC system were installed.

Did You Know?

Mitch Leigh (B.A. ’51, M.A. ’52), for whom the building was renamed, is a composer, arranger, director and producer best known for writing the score of the musical "Man Of La Mancha."