Southern Methodist University, Private university in Dallas, United States
Southern Methodist University is a private institution in University Park near Dallas, with its campus centered on Dallas Hall. Seven schools spread across the grounds, along with libraries, research centers, and residence halls that accommodate students.
The Methodist Church founded the school in 1911 when Dallas sought a major educational institution for the region. The first building opened in 1915, and within a few decades the campus grew into one of the largest private universities in the South.
Students gather on the lawns between buildings to study or relax between classes, creating a social rhythm across the campus. The Meadows Museum draws visitors who come to see Spanish paintings and sculptures displayed in galleries that stay open most afternoons.
Visitors can explore the museum grounds and certain public areas of the campus, but should be mindful of students and staff during class hours. Parking is available in several areas around the campus, with signs directing people toward main facilities.
The school runs a satellite location in Taos, New Mexico, where students can study and conduct research in a mountain setting. The main campus also holds a collection of rare manuscripts kept in a separate library that visitors can access by appointment.
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