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Harvard University Description

Harvard was founded in 1636, making it one of the oldest universities in the country. The school was named after John Harvard, a Charlestown pastor who donated money and books to the fledgling institution. It began as a center of religious training for young Puritan men. Harvard has professional schools in Medicine, Divinity, Law, Dentistry and Arts and Sciences. It is widely considered one of the world's leading academic institutions.

Hobbies & Activities category: Education institution

Address

Harvard University Information Center
1350 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA
United States

Map Harvard University

Phone 1 (617) 495-1573

http://www.harvard.edu

Tips

Tours of the university leave from the Holyoke Center at 1350 Massachusetts Avenue from Monday to Saturday at 10:00 and 14:00 and Sunday at 14:00.

Guides

Interpretive sessions sometimes available.

Facilities

Gift shop
Restaurant or food service