Harvard History & Traditions
Stories that explore the institution’s rich history, from archival moments to evolving traditions.
Tips of the Hat(s)
On regalia, a Jack-of-all-trades retirement, and a Bok’s office bon mot.
by Primus VI
Beyond Brahminism
How Richard Henry Dana Jr. came to hate slavery and injustice
A Treasure Way Up High
In Sanders Theatre, a “constellation” of a chandelier
by Peter DeMarco
Yesterday’s News
From the pages of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin and Harvard Magazine
Nuts
Nutcracker notes, and a memorable blackout
William Cranch Bond
Brief life of Harvard's first astronomer: 1789-1859
by Alan Hirshfeld
Yesterday’s News
From the pages of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin and Harvard Magazine
A Broadcast Cornucopia
For 75 years, WHRB has moved beyond the “warhorses.”
by Craig Lambert
Thrills, Baseball & Other
How Jim Connor got to Harvard, and Isadore Zarakov’s home run
Yesterday’s News
From the pages of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin and Harvard Magazine
Mystery Solved
A Harvard Club discovery, a College artist’s epiphany