Blodgett Pool was a gift of the late John W. Blodgett Jr. '23. Regarded among the finest collegiate aquatic facilities in the nation, it has been the home of Harvard Water Polo since the program turned varsity in 1981. A full size water polo course fits into the all-deep pool and allows for Olympic level play at Harvard. During practices, nets are employed so that the team may practice in a full size course and lap swimming can swim in the six-lane shallow section.

Directions to Blodgett:
From the West Take the Mass Pike (Interstate 90) east to Exit 18 (Allston/Cambridge). After paying toll, bear left at fork towards Allston. Turn right at 2nd set of lights, onto North Harvard Street. Proceed approximately one mile; you will see an outdoor track and the football stadium on your left. Enter through Gate 6 (immediately before the stadium).

From the North Take Interstate 93 south to Storrow Drive exit. Take Storrow Drive west approximately 5 miles. Exit at Harvard Square/North Harvard Street. At the top of the exit, turn left onto North Harvard Street. Approximately one-half mile on your right, enter through Gate 6 (immediately after the stadium).

From the South Take Interstate 95 north to Interstate 93 north. Take Interstate 93 until Exit 20 (Mass Pike). Take Mass Pike/Interstate 90 west to Exit 20 (Allston/Cambridge). After paying toll, bear left at fork towards Allston. Turn right at 2nd set of lights, onto North Harvard Street. Proceed approximately one mile; you will see an outdoor track and the football stadium on your left. Enter through Gate 6 (immediately before the stadium).

NOTE: Due to construction, the current parking and access situation to Blodgett Pool is a little tricky. After entering Gate 6, park across from the Indoor Track & Tennis Center (ITT), along the evergreen bushes that line the baseball diamond. DO NOT GO BEYOND/BEHIND THE ITT. Walk between the stadium (right) and the ITT (left); Dillon Field House will be directly in front of you. At Dillon Field House, take a right. Briggs Cage/Lavietes Pavillion will be on your left. Blodgett Pool is the next building; enter through the construction area, following the signs.

A friendly warning: It is extremely hot inside Blodgett Pool, even by indoor pool standards. Please dress appropriately, e.g., T-shirts, light clothing. Home