UVM Grasse Mount

UVM Grasse Mount is a Federal Style Masion on the University of Vermont's Campus. It was erected in 1804 for Thadeus Tuttle, a local merchant. Later it became the home for Cornelius P. Van Ness who was the Governor from 1823 -- 1826.

In the 1850s an Italianate style belvedere was added to the roof, which allowed people to view the city of Burlington, the Adirondack Mountains, Lake Champlain, and New York. The work on the exterior was accompanied by renovations on the interior that included the trompe l'oeil wall and ceiling paintings. Most of the work was covered up over time, but the remaining pieces have been preserved.

In the 1870s a two-story addition was built onto Grasse Mount on the south. Later further additions were included such as the Revival style sun porch and the entry porticos.

In 1895 Grasse Mount was Acquired by UVM where it became a dormitory for Women Students. Grasse Mount was officially listed in the National Register of Historic place in 1973.

It no longer serves as a dorm for Women, but as the offices for University Development and Alumni Relations.

The renovations to this project includes phasing as Millbrook will be working around the building occupants. The renovations include, creation of a network room, replacement of flooring, repainting, plaster repair, trim repair, ceiling repairs, door replacements, and other various work.