900 Stewart Avenue

900 Stewart Avenue is a distinctive building in Ithaca, New York, celebrated for its Egyptian Revival architecture and dramatic cliffside location overlooking Fall Creek and Ithaca Falls. Originally constructed in 1926 as the meeting place for the Sphinx Head Society, a secret society at Cornell University, the building features a unique design reminiscent of an Egyptian tomb. It has a rich history, including its use as a residence by renowned astronomer Carl Sagan, who undertook renovations to enhance its character. The building is part of the Cornell Heights Historic District and remains a fascinating site for tourists and researchers interested in architecture, history, and the legacy of Sagan.