Johnston Gate, Georgian entrance gate at Harvard Yard, Cambridge, Massachusetts, US.
The Johnston Gate features symmetrical brick columns, decorative ironwork, and classical architectural elements that establish the main entrance to Harvard Yard.
Charles McKim designed this gate in 1889 with a construction cost of $10,000, funded through a bequest from Harvard graduate Samuel Johnston.
The gate marks the traditional entry point for Middlesex and Suffolk County sheriffs during Harvard's annual Commencement Day ceremonies.
Located north of Harvard Square at coordinates 42.3747, -71.1185, the Johnston Gate connects Peabody Street to the university grounds.
Latin tablets mounted on the gate structure detail Samuel Johnston's life, including his Cincinnati origins and 53-year lifespan.
Location: Massachusetts
Architectural style: Georgian architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.37470,-71.11850
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:20
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