Class of 1874 Gate
AddressHarvard Yard, Cambridge, MA, 02138
Site Number2001
Building Root Number
N/A
PIRC Site Number 2001
Historic CAPS Identifier 107
PIRC Site Number 2001
Historic CAPS Identifier 107
Architect (Original)
McKim, Mead & White
Honoree
Harvard Class of 1874
Sponsor / Donor (Original)
Harvard Class of 1874
Constructed
1900
Building Acquired 1900
Building Acquired 1900
StatusActive
Site Name HistoryThe Class of 1874 Gate was named for the Harvard University Class of 1874 who provided the funds for its construction.Historical NotesThe Class of 1874 Gate was erected in 1900 from funds raised by the Class of 1874. The gate was one of three yard gates completed that year. Originally it opened to the entrance of Hollis Hall but due to the construction of Lionel Hall the main entrance to Hollis Hall was relocated and the Class of 1874 Gate was closed in 1926.It is inscribed with the following: 1874Additional Information
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