Bridges Hall of Music

Bridges Hall of Music is a concert venue at Pomona College in Claremont featuring Spanish Renaissance-style architecture with stucco walls, ceramic tile accents, wooden beams, and reinforced concrete supports. The hall accommodates orchestral and chamber performances with good acoustics suited to multiple musical styles.

Architect Myron Hunt designed the hall in 1915 as a memorial to Mabel Shaw Bridges, funded by her parents' donation. The Hill Memorial Organ was later installed in 2001, adding an important instrument to the space.

The hall shapes musical life at Pomona College and serves students, faculty, and visitors seeking live performances. Its organ and acoustic design make each concert feel special for those who attend.

The hall is easily accessible from the Pomona College campus and offers nearby parking for visitors. Check the website for event schedules and admission details before planning your visit.

The organ contains more than 3500 pipes and ranks among the largest instruments of its kind in Southern California. The Medici coat of arms decorating the wooden ceiling brings an unexpected European touch to this American college setting.

Location: Claremont

Inception: 1915

Architectural style: Spanish Renaissance architecture

Made from material: stucco, ceramic tile, wood, reinforced concrete

Address: 150 E. 4th St., Claremont, CA 91711

Website: http://pomona.edu/academics/departments/music-department/facilities/bridges-hall-music

GPS coordinates: 34.09732,-117.71383

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:00