Holden Chapel, Colonial chapel in Harvard Yard, Cambridge, US
The Holden Chapel stands as a small brick building within Harvard University's main campus, featuring early American colonial architectural elements.
Constructed in 1744 through a donation from Mrs. Samuel Holden, this structure holds the distinction of being Harvard's third oldest surviving building.
The building transformed from a prayer venue into a medical school facility in 1783, when Harvard Medical School founder John Warren conducted classes there.
Located in Harvard Yard, the chapel now functions as both a classroom and a musical rehearsal space following extensive renovations in 1999.
During renovation work in 1999, construction crews discovered human bones beneath the chapel's foundation, adding an unexpected historical layer.
Location: Cambridge
Inception: 1744
Official opening: 1744
GPS coordinates: 42.37520,-71.11800
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:33
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