Built in  1897 as a print shop for Elbert Hubbard, it later became a common place for workers and campus guests to socialize and stay. Elbert began referring to the property as the “inn” in 1903 and offered thirty eight sleeping rooms. Later in 1905 more rooms were added and a peristyle as added to give a feeling of unity and symmetry. In 1986 this building and thirteen others on the campus were given national historic landmark status. In 1995 it went under restoration with strict guidelines as to protect the historic landmark. Much of the original furniture and fixtures remain.