Harvard Yard, Cambridge, Massachusetts

Harvard Yard, located at the heart of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a historic and iconic space that epitomizes the essence of the campus. It is a large, grassy area surrounded by some of the university's oldest and most prestigious buildings, including Massachusetts Hall and Widener Library. The Yard is a hub of academic and social activity, featuring pathways shaded by tall trees and dotted with sculptures and monuments. It serves as a central gathering place for students, faculty, and visitors, and is often the site of important university ceremonies and events.
0:00 Highlights
0:45 Cambridge, MA
4:05 Harvard University Campus
5:30 Harvard Yard's South Side
6:25 Harvard Yard's West Side
7:25 Johnston Gate
9:15 Harvard Yard's North Side
10:00 Harvard Yard's East Side
10:30 Sever Gate
11:15 Harvard Yard's East Side (cont.)
12:00 Harvard Yard's South Side
13:40 Harvard Yard's West Side
14:35 Inside Harvard Yard
19:15 Harvard Yard's West Side (cont.)
21:00 To Anderson Memorial Bridge

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As kids in the late 1940's, we lived less than a mile from HARVARD COLLEGE and would play football in HARVARD yard. All of CAMBRIDGE was our playground and the CHARLES river was our beach , even though they said it was polluted, we still swam in it.

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That’s amazing. It’s like 70 years ago. Lots have changed then. Thanks for sharing.