Gaston Hall, Collegiate auditorium in Georgetown University, United States.
The auditorium occupies the third and fourth floors of Healy Hall's north tower, featuring classical allegorical scenes painted on its walls.
Georgetown University opened Gaston Hall in 1904, naming it after William Gaston, the university's first student who secured the federal charter.
The ceiling displays sixty coats of arms representing Jesuit universities, while paintings by Francis Schroen depict Athena and educational virtues.
The venue accommodates 740 people across orchestra and balcony sections, with designated spaces for wheelchair users and elevator access near Dahlgren Chapel.
The White House requested to cover the Christogram during President Obama's speech, generating discussions about religious symbols in academic settings.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1904
Part of: Healy Hall
GPS coordinates: 38.90764,-77.07281
Latest update: March 12, 2025 21:54
Exorcist steps
328 m
Duke Ellington School of the Arts
634 m
Volta Laboratory and Bureau
448 m
Healy Hall
41 m
Georgetown Car Barn
358 m
Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School
369 m
Cooper Field
222 m
Halcyon House
462 m
Aqueduct Bridge
428 m
Bishop John Carroll
47 m
Georgetown University Astronomical Observatory
390 m
Riggs Library
0 m
Old North
40 m
Georgetown Visitation Monastery
327 m
Forrest-Marbury House
543 m
Prospect House
341 m
Francis Scott Key Memorial
515 m
Quality Hill, Washington, D.C.
395 m
Edward B. Bunn S.J. Intercultural Center
139 m
Chapel of St. Ignatius Loyola
301 m
Gervase Hall
129 m
Anne Marie Becraft Hall
143 m
Maguire Hall
77 m
White-Gravenor Hall
148 m
Ida Ryan Hall
90 m
Isaac Hawkins Hall
90 m
Davis Performing Arts Center
61 m
New North
95 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes