Chicago Theological Seminary, Seminary building in Hyde Park, Chicago, US.
Description
The Chicago Theological Seminary occupies a modern LEED Gold-certified building on East 60th Street with classrooms and study spaces. The Robinson & Janet Lapp Learning Commons Library holds some 45,000 books focusing on religious studies and related subjects.
History
Founded in 1855, this seminary was Chicago's first higher education institution. The community took part in the Underground Railroad and supported abolitionists during the decades before the Civil War.
Culture
The Robinson & Janet Lapp Learning Commons Library reflects how the community values African American religion, LGBTQ studies, and Jewish-Christian dialogue through its collection and teaching materials. You can sense these priorities woven into the daily life of the people who study here.
Practical
The building is open during weekday business hours but closes on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays except for scheduled events. Plan your visit for a weekday to explore the interior and library.
Did you know?
In 1902, the seminary awarded the first divinity degree to a woman in the country. This achievement in educational equality happened nearly two decades before women gained the right to vote.
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