Elmwood has emerged as a powerful symbol of Harvard's long history and today provides shelter to Harvard's presidents. It was built in 1767 by Harvard graduate and Antiguan plantation owner Thomas Oliver, and every owner of the home has been affiliated with Harvard as an alumnus, professor, spouse, or dean. Kaitlin Terry writes that "Recognizing Elmwood as standing at the intersection of Harvard and slavery fundamentally changes the way we understand it as both a resource and a symbol for Harvard University."
