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Welcome to Princeton Theological Seminary, a residential community of worship and learning founded in 1812, and a professional and graduate school of the Presbyterian Church (USA).
My name is Sade, and I'll be your tour guide today.
Before we get started, let me explain the many ways in which you can explore our beautiful campus:
- You can click on the front facing arrow to start Walking around our campus
- You can also jump to the Next Stop by clicking on the Next Stop button
- Now, if you already know where you want to go, you can select any location by using the Drop-Down list OR by clicking directly on the map
- Lastly, remember that you can explore any particular location in more detail by clicking on the 360, Photos, or Video icons.
We're beginning our tour at The Erdman Center, the Seminary's meeting and lodging facility.
Engage, share ideas, and be rejuvenated through continuing education programs offered at The Erdman Center. The Erdman Center includes Erdman Hall, a 54-room lodging facility, a boardroom, conference rooms, lounges, multimedia classrooms, and an art studio and gallery. Retreats, lecture series, and institutes are held here. The adjacent 1914 Arthur Adams House features beautiful English gardens and an eye-catching fountain, the perfect spot for studying or relaxing. The grounds surrounding the Center are among the most tranquil on campus.
Library
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Princeton Theological Seminary's 92,000-square-foot library is welcoming and extensive, designed for teaching, studying, and research. It is an intellectual village where students, ministers, and scholars can delve into and benefit from the Seminary's holdings. The library is capable of holding one million books and houses more than 600,000 print volumes, 600,000 microforms, museum quality artifacts, and other special collections. It also features an extensive Latin American Collection.
The library's frontispiece features twelve panels; on the left, symbols of world Christianity, and on the right, symbols of the Reformed tradition around the world.
Inside the Library trail
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The library, which opened its doors in May 2013 features a profusion of natural light and cherry wood throughout. With natural light pouring in from the central four-story atrium, plush seating throughout, and a cafe providing space for conversation and community-building, it is truly one of the best spots on-campus for studying. Smart technology is available in seminar rooms, with smart boards and lecture-capture technology. Carrels provide individual stations for laptops and tablets and wall-mounted iPads provide access to online resources, digital collections, and the Theological Commons.
The library holds one of the world's most important and respected collections and is renowned for its depth, continuity, and unprecedented electronic and digital access.
Tour stop audio transcript
The library, which opened its doors in May 2013 features a profusion of natural light and cherry wood throughout. With natural light pouring in from the central four-story atrium, plush seating throughout, and a cafe providing space for conversation and community-building, it is truly one of the best spots on-campus for studying. Smart technology is available in seminar rooms, with smart boards and lecture-capture technology. Carrels provide individual stations for laptops and tablets and wall-mounted iPads provide access to online resources, digital collections, and the Theological Commons.
The library holds one of the world's most important and respected collections and is renowned for its depth, continuity, and unprecedented electronic and digital access.
Tour stop audio transcript
The library, which opened its doors in May 2013 features a profusion of natural light and cherry wood throughout. With natural light pouring in from the central four-story atrium, plush seating throughout, and a cafe providing space for conversation and community-building, it is truly one of the best spots on-campus for studying. Smart technology is available in seminar rooms, with smart boards and lecture-capture technology. Carrels provide individual stations for laptops and tablets and wall-mounted iPads provide access to online resources, digital collections, and the Theological Commons.
The library holds one of the world's most important and respected collections and is renowned for its depth, continuity, and unprecedented electronic and digital access.
Tour stop audio transcript
The library, which opened its doors in May 2013 features a profusion of natural light and cherry wood throughout. With natural light pouring in from the central four-story atrium, plush seating throughout, and a cafe providing space for conversation and community-building, it is truly one of the best spots on-campus for studying. Smart technology is available in seminar rooms, with smart boards and lecture-capture technology. Carrels provide individual stations for laptops and tablets and wall-mounted iPads provide access to online resources, digital collections, and the Theological Commons.
The library holds one of the world's most important and respected collections and is renowned for its depth, continuity, and unprecedented electronic and digital access.
Tour stop audio transcript
The library, which opened its doors in May 2013 features a profusion of natural light and cherry wood throughout. With natural light pouring in from the central four-story atrium, plush seating throughout, and a cafe providing space for conversation and community-building, it is truly one of the best spots on-campus for studying. Smart technology is available in seminar rooms, with smart boards and lecture-capture technology. Carrels provide individual stations for laptops and tablets and wall-mounted iPads provide access to online resources, digital collections, and the Theological Commons.
The library holds one of the world's most important and respected collections and is renowned for its depth, continuity, and unprecedented electronic and digital access.
Tour stop audio transcript
The library, which opened its doors in May 2013 features a profusion of natural light and cherry wood throughout. With natural light pouring in from the central four-story atrium, plush seating throughout, and a cafe providing space for conversation and community-building, it is truly one of the best spots on-campus for studying. Smart technology is available in seminar rooms, with smart boards and lecture-capture technology. Carrels provide individual stations for laptops and tablets and wall-mounted iPads provide access to online resources, digital collections, and the Theological Commons.
The library holds one of the world's most important and respected collections and is renowned for its depth, continuity, and unprecedented electronic and digital access.
Tour stop audio transcript
The library, which opened its doors in May 2013 features a profusion of natural light and cherry wood throughout. With natural light pouring in from the central four-story atrium, plush seating throughout, and a cafe providing space for conversation and community-building, it is truly one of the best spots on-campus for studying. Smart technology is available in seminar rooms, with smart boards and lecture-capture technology. Carrels provide individual stations for laptops and tablets and wall-mounted iPads provide access to online resources, digital collections, and the Theological Commons.
The library holds one of the world's most important and respected collections and is renowned for its depth, continuity, and unprecedented electronic and digital access.
Tour stop audio transcript
The library, which opened its doors in May 2013 features a profusion of natural light and cherry wood throughout. With natural light pouring in from the central four-story atrium, plush seating throughout, and a cafe providing space for conversation and community-building, it is truly one of the best spots on-campus for studying. Smart technology is available in seminar rooms, with smart boards and lecture-capture technology. Carrels provide individual stations for laptops and tablets and wall-mounted iPads provide access to online resources, digital collections, and the Theological Commons.
The library holds one of the world's most important and respected collections and is renowned for its depth, continuity, and unprecedented electronic and digital access.
Inside the Library
Tour stop audio transcript
The library, which opened its doors in May 2013 features a profusion of natural light and cherry wood throughout. With natural light pouring in from the central four-story atrium, plush seating throughout, and a cafe providing space for conversation and community-building, it is truly one of the best spots on-campus for studying. Smart technology is available in seminar rooms, with smart boards and lecture-capture technology. Carrels provide individual stations for laptops and tablets and wall-mounted iPads provide access to online resources, digital collections, and the Theological Commons.
The library holds one of the world's most important and respected collections and is renowned for its depth, continuity, and unprecedented electronic and digital access.
Alexander Hall trail
Alexander Hall
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Alexander Hall, designed by famed architect John McComb, was completed in 1817 and, for many years, comprised the entire institution. It housed the chapel, library, classrooms, dining hall, dorms, and infirmary. The bell in its cupola used to summon seminarians to worship. Today, the building houses dorms for 87 students. The original worship space has been preserved as an Oratory, overlooking the Seminary's central quadrangle.
Quadrangle trail
Main Quad
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On a sunny day, the Seminary's central quadrangle is a popular spot for students to relax with friends, throw a Frisbee, or enjoy a campus-wide barbeque. Two hundred-forty two single dormitory rooms, the chapel, counseling center, administrative building, classrooms, and campus center dining facility are just steps away from the quad.
Scheide Hall trail
Scheide Hall
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Scheide Hall was completed in 2000, designed as a companion structure to Miller Chapel during the chapel's renovation and expansion. Scheide houses offices for the minister of the chapel and the director of music, the Student Counseling Center, and several music practice rooms, including the Gambrell Room, a choral rehearsal loft that is one of the most beautiful spaces on campus. Many of the Seminary's musical and dramatic performances take place here. There are three vocal choirs and a bell choir on campus, as well as many other ensembles and worship opportunities generated through student initiatives and supported by the Chapel Office. The Counseling Center offers spiritual direction, retreats, and group opportunities for personal growth.
Samuel Miller Chapel trail
Miller Chapel
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Named for the Seminary's second professor, Samuel Miller, the chapel was designed in 1834 by Classical Revival architect Charles Steadman. For 100 years, the chapel stood next to Alexander Hall. It was relocated to become the centerpiece for the quadrangle, testifying to the centrality of worship in campus life. In an ecumenically nurtured setting, scholarship and spiritual foundation go hand-in-hand.
The Seminary community'students, faculty, and administrators gather in Miller Chapel daily for worship and weekly for the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper. Music is provided by Seminary choirs and musicians and supported by a beautiful organ built by Paul A. Fritts & Co. The chapel is also available for quiet meditation and prayer throughout much of the day and night.
Administration Building trail
Administration Building
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Originally designed by prolific early Victorian Era architect John Notman in 1847 as the campus Refectory and Infirmary, the building became a gymnasium in 1910, before becoming, in 1945, the Administration building it is today. A major addition in 1981 allows the building to now house the offices of the President, the Academic Dean, Alumni Relations, and Development, as well as the Bursar's and Payroll offices.
Stuart Hall trail
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Stuart Hall, completed in 1878, was the gift of brothers Robert L. and Alexander Stuart, who made their fortune selling already-granulated sugar, an improvement over the mortar and pestle of yore. Stuart Hall's stately gables and stunning white oak interiors are home to many of the classrooms on campus, ranging from two large lecture halls to sundry, smaller-sized classrooms. Its lower level contains a 24-hour student computer resource center, a lounge for off-campus students, and a peer-run Writing Center.
Stuart Hall
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Stuart Hall, completed in 1878, was the gift of brothers Robert L. and Alexander Stuart, who made their fortune selling already-granulated sugar, an improvement over the mortar and pestle of yore. Stuart Hall's stately gables and stunning white oak interiors are home to many of the classrooms on campus, ranging from two large lecture halls to sundry, smaller-sized classrooms. Its lower level contains a 24-hour student computer resource center, a lounge for off-campus students, and a peer-run Writing Center.
Brown Hall trail
Brown Hall
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The second dormitory built on-campus, Brown Hall, houses 80 students. The building's completion in 1865 was the result of extensive Civil War time diplomacy combined with Princeton Seminary hospitality to former Confederate soldiers who were prisoners of war. Brown Hall's exterior renovation in 1994 won first prize in the State of New Jersey for historic preservation, a testament to the Seminary's commitment to balancing the old with the new. That continues to be a particular strength of the Seminary as a whole.
Mackay Campus Center trail
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The John Alexander Mackay Campus Center was the brainchild of its namesake, Princeton Theological Seminary's third President, John A. Mackay. He served as president from 1936 to 1959. Resisting the trend toward eating-club sequestering that continues at Princeton University to this very day, Mackay's vision for theological education was that diversity should meet and break bread together under one roof. The Dining Hall at Mackay has remained the social center of Seminary life since its opening in 1952. The building also houses the student government assembly room, a performance auditorium, public lecture halls, faculty offices, and the campus Women's Center.
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The John Alexander Mackay Campus Center was the brainchild of its namesake, Princeton Theological Seminary's third President, John A. Mackay. He served as president from 1936 to 1959. Resisting the trend toward eating-club sequestering that continues at Princeton University to this very day, Mackay's vision for theological education was that diversity should meet and break bread together under one roof. The Dining Hall at Mackay has remained the social center of Seminary life since its opening in 1952. The building also houses the student government assembly room, a performance auditorium, public lecture halls, faculty offices, and the campus Women's Center.
Mackay Campus Center
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The John Alexander Mackay Campus Center was the brainchild of its namesake, Princeton Theological Seminary's third President, John A. Mackay. He served as president from 1936 to 1959. Resisting the trend toward eating-club sequestering that continues at Princeton University to this very day, Mackay's vision for theological education was that diversity should meet and break bread together under one roof. The Dining Hall at Mackay has remained the social center of Seminary life since its opening in 1952. The building also houses the student government assembly room, a performance auditorium, public lecture halls, faculty offices, and the campus Women's Center.
Templeton Hall trail
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The Sir John M. and Lady Irene Templeton Hall, completed in 1989, is where you'll find the offices of the Dean of Student Life, Admissions and Financial Aid, Senior Placement, Field Education, Communications, Multicultural Relations, Housing and Student activities, and the Registrar. Templeton Hall is also home to speech and preaching class laboratories, recording and television studios, and technological facilities offices.
Templeton Hall
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The Sir John M. and Lady Irene Templeton Hall, completed in 1989, is where you'll find the offices of the Dean of Student Life, Admissions and Financial Aid, Senior Placement, Field Education, Communications, Multicultural Relations, Housing and Student activities, and the Registrar. Templeton Hall is also home to speech and preaching class laboratories, recording and television studios, and technological facilities offices.
Hodge Hall trail
Hodge Hall
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Housing 75 students and named for the Seminary's third professor, Charles Hodge, Hodge Hall was the third dormitory built on the Seminary campus, in 1893. Mrs. Robert L. Stuart gave the money for its construction, instructing that its crescent shape allow each room to have direct sunlight at some point of each day.
Roberts/Tennent Campus trail
Tennent/Roberts Campus
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A trio of buildings comprises the Roberts/Tennent Campus.
Edward Howell Roberts Hall offers apartments for students and their families.
The Mrs. George H. Whiteley Gymnasium features full basketball and racquetball courts, a weight room, space for group fitness classes, and locker rooms.
William Tennent Hall, named after the man who founded the Log College in 1727, was the earliest forerunner of Princeton University. In addition to classrooms and student apartments, Tennent Hall is the home of the Institute for Youth Ministry, which since 1995, has revitalized ministry with young adults by helping to integrate youth ministry into the total mission of the church through a theologically rich series of programs.
Charlotte Rachel Wilson Apartments trail
CRW Apartments
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The Charlotte Rachel Wilson (CRW) Apartment complex, built in 2012, is the Seminary's newest housing community. The 200-unit complex offers one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments for married students. They feature an open floor plan, large windows, hardwood floors, and a washer and dryer. The playgrounds, barbeque stations, and picnic gazebos provide a nice space for students to relax with their spouses and children.
Witherspoon Apartments trail
Witherspoon Apartments
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Located three miles from the main Seminary Campus, the J. Houston Witherspoon Apartments, along with the Charlotte Newcombe Center and the Charlotte Rachel Wilson Apartments, are situated on 65 acres of land adjacent to a stretch of the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park, site of the 44-mile-long water towpath. The Witherspoon Apartments were completed in 1998 and house 40 apartment units for unmarried seminary students. Each floor of the two-story structure has reading nooks and enclosed community gathering areas. The opposite-facing Newcombe Center houses the Dupree Center for Children, the Seminary's childcare facility.
