An Italianate Jewel of the Green Mountains
Three and a half stories of wood and slate, crowned with ornate cornices and arched windows—the Manchester Music Hall is an enduring example of 19th-century Italianate craftsmanship. From its finely detailed friezes to the rhythmic symmetry of its façade, every element reflects the refinement and ambition of the Orvis family’s vision for The Equinox.
Reimagined, Never Forgotten.
A story of preservation, purpose, and quiet reinvention.
In 1912, as The Equinox entered a new era of hospitality, the Music Hall transformed from stage to suite. The great auditorium was divided into lodging for staff and guests, while the north façade retained its most iconic features—pilasters, cornices, and the arched windows that once framed the stage. Each generation left its mark, balancing preservation with purpose.
Wallpaper & Interior Finishes
Patterns of the Past.
Beneath layers of plaster and paint lie traces of early 20th-century wallpapers—florals, stripes, and gilded motifs that once animated the guest rooms. These designs offer a glimpse into the domestic elegance of the era, when even the most functional spaces reflected craftsmanship and care.
Bowling Alleys & Recreation
Where Laughter Lingered Below.
Few details capture the spirit of 19th-century leisure like the four fine bowling alleys once found beneath the Music Hall. Here, guests and locals gathered for friendly competition, echoing laughter through wooden lanes—a pastime that turned the resort into a true social centerpiece.