Memorial Hall and Sanders Theatre, Harvard University

Memorial Hall at Harvard University stands as one of the most significant examples of High Victorian Gothic architecture in the United States. Completed in 1878, the hall was built to honor Harvard alumni who fought for the Union during the Civil War. The building’s iconic red-brick façade, accented by intricate stone trim and stained glass, houses the famed Sanders Theatre—a grand auditorium known for its exceptional acoustics and historic lectures. The bronze plaque in the image marks the entrance to this enduring landmark, which continues to serve as a centerpiece for academic and cultural life in Cambridge, Massachusetts.