Harvard History
Stories that explore the institution’s rich history, from archival moments to evolving traditions.
One of Harvard’s Oldest Structures Is Hiding Behind a Beer Garden
A crumbling wall in Harvard Square holds centuries of the city’s story, if you know how to read it.
Headlines from Harvard's history
Headlines from Harvard's history
Fenway Park's first pitch: 1912 Harvard vs. Red Sox game
Account of the first game at Fenway Park in 1912, Harvard vs. Red Sox
Peter Sellars at Adams House, and an Upstairs at the Pudding restaurant girlhood
An Upstairs at the Pudding girlhood, and undergraduate impresario Peter Sellars at Adams House
Harvard football's record-setting season
The Crimson football team won the Ivy trophy, and records fell.
Yesterday's News
Headlines from Harvard's history
L. Fred Jewett, "Durable Dean" of Harvard College, has died
As dean of admissions and dean of the College, he fostered diversity in many ways.
Veterans Day ceremony honors Harvardians' military service
The Veterans Day service at Memorial Church honored Harvard’s “long crimson line.”
Dudley House, Harvard's graduate student center, celebrates 20 years in style
Candy, photos, and fun were themes at the twentieth anniversary party for Harvard's graduate student center.
Sights and sounds of Harvard's 375th anniversary celebration | Video
Sights and sounds of Harvard's 375th anniversary celebration
The Harvard Alumni Association Awards, 2011 recipients
The Harvard Alumni Association Awards recognize outstanding service to the University through alumni activities.