New York - Columbia University
Columbia University was founded in 1754 as King's College and was first situated downtown around Wall Street. The present campus began in 1897. Architect Charles McKim created spacious lawns and plazas in contrast to the crowded environs of Manhattan. An Ivy League school, Columbia is noted for its law, medicine and journalism programs, and its famous alumni include J.D. Salinger, Isaac Asimov and James Cagney.
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St Paul's Chapel
St. Paul's Chapel (not to be confused with the one downtown) is a mix of Italian Renaissance, Byzantine and Gothic. Built in 1904, it is Columbia University's most dazzling structure. The interior vaulting features intricate patterns of aged red brick while the entire chapel is bathed in light from above. The pipe organ is renowned for its fine tone.
Columbia University
Earl Hall Center, 2980 Broadway
New York, NY 10027-6902
United States
Earl Hall Center, 2980 Broadway
New York, NY 10027-6902
United States
Phone 1 (212) 854-6345
Fax 1 (212) 854-7798
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
