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Local Landmarks and Attractions

EVGR puts you in the heart of campus with easy access to all the tech, art, culture, history, and wilderness Silicon Valley has to offer. Take in the breathtaking beauty of our foothill community by visiting a plethora of landmarks, attractions, shopping, and parks within a 20-mile radius from your front door. Below are just some of the great attractions and sights to enjoy in your new backyard.

 

On Campus

  • Main Quad: The historic heart of Stanford, featuring distinctive architecture and serving as a central hub for academic life.
  • Memorial Church: Located within the Main Quad, this church is renowned for its stunning mosaics and stained glass windows. 
  • Hoover Tower: This stunning 285-foot landmark offers panoramic views of the campus and surrounding areas from its observation deck. 
  • Cantor Arts Center: The Cantor Arts Center is home to a diverse collection of artworks spanning 4,000 years, including the largest assembly of Rodin bronzes outside Paris. 
  • Anderson Collection: Adjacent to the Cantor Arts Center, this museum features modern and contemporary American art. 
  • Rodin Sculpture Garden: This unique outdoor exhibit showcaess 20 original Auguste Rodin bronzes, including notable works like "The Gates of Hell." 
  • Arizona Cactus Garden: A historic garden featuring a variety of cacti and succulents, the Arizona Cactus Garden reflects the university's Victorian-era landscaping. 
  • Papua New Guinea Sculpture Garden: A unique collection of sculptures created by artists from Papua New Guinea, nestled within a serene wooded area.
  • Bing Concert Hall: This state-of-the-art performance venue is known for its exceptional acoustics, hosting concerts and lectures. 
  • The Dish: A popular hiking area featuring a large radio telescope, The Dish offers scenic views of the campus and the Bay Area.
  • Hanna House: Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, this architectural gem is noted for its unique hexagonal design. 

 

Off Campus

Museums, Galleries & Gardens

  • Computer History Museum (Mountain View): Delve into the evolution of computing with exhibits featuring vintage machines and interactive displays.
  • Moffett Field Historical Society Museum (Mountain View): Through various exhibits, learn about the history of aviation and the significance of Moffett Field, a joint civil-military airport located in an unincorporated part of Santa Clara County. 
  • The Tech Interactive (San Jose): This family-friendly science and technology center offers hands-on activities and exhibits.
  • San Jose Museum of Art (San Jose): The San Jose Museum of Art features modern and contemporary artworks, with a focus on West Coast artists.
  • History Park at Kelley Park (San Jose): An open-air museum with 32 historic buildings, the park recreates a small town from the early 20th century.
  • Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum (San Jose): Discover the largest collection of authentic Egyptian artifacts on display in western North America. 
  • Sunnyvale Heritage Park Museum (Sunnyvale): A replica of the historic Murphy family home, it offers insights into the region's pioneer history.
  • San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) (San Jose): The ICA showcases contemporary artworks across various media, supporting emerging and established artists.
  • Palo Alto Art Center (Palo Alto): This gallery offers exhibitions, classes, and workshops, fostering a community appreciation for the visual arts.
  • Montalvo Arts Center (Saratoga): A Mediterranean-style villa and arts center, The Montalvo Art Center hosts artist residencies, exhibitions, and performances within its expansive grounds.
  • Hakone Estate and Gardens (Saratoga): Experience the serenity of one of the oldest Japanese gardens in the Western Hemisphere.
  • Filoli Estate and Gardens (Woodside): This historic estate is renowned for its beautifully maintained gardens and grand architecture.

Parks & Recreation

  • Shoreline Park (Mountain View): Take in the beauty of this scenic park featuring a man-made lake, golf course, and trails for biking and walking. It's a popular spot for picnics and water activities.
  • Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve (Cupertino): Experience diverse habitats, including grasslands and oak woodlands, over 25 miles of trail throughout the 2,180-acre open space preserve and adjoining 293-acre county park. The Deer Hollow Farm within the preserve provides educational opportunities.
  • Alum Rock Park (San Jose): Founded in 1872, one of California's oldest municipal parks features 720 acres of mineral springs, rugged terrain, and scenic trails.

Cultural Experiences

  • Stanford Shopping Center (Palo Alto): An upscale open-air shopping and dining destination adjacent to the Stanford University campus.
  • Winchester Mystery House (San Jose): Tour the enigmatic mansion known for its architectural oddities and rich history. 
  • Santana Row (San Jose): Enjoy an upscale outdoor shopping district featuring a variety of retail stores and delicious dining options.
  • Shoreline Amphitheatre (Mountain View): A Bay Area music landmark since 1986, this outdoor venue hosts a variety of concerts and events throughout the year and has been.

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Architecture & Art

EVGR’s design reflects the distinct style and attributes of many of Stanford’s most beloved buildings. Designed by San Francisco-based architectural firm Korth Sunseri Hagey Architects, EVGR was developed to meet the rising demands for on-campus graduate student housing. EVGR consists of four residential buildings - ranging from 6-stories to 10-stories and totaling more than 1.8 million square feet - that increased Stanford’s on-campus graduate housing capacity to provide homes for 75 percent of our graduate student population.

The general concept for the University grounds and buildings was conceived by Frederick Law Olmsted, the designer of Central Park in New York. A brilliant young Boston architect, Charles Allerton Coolidge, further developed the concept in the style of his late mentor, Henry Hobson Richardson.

The style, called Richardsonian Romanesque, is a blend of Romanesque and Mission Revival architecture. It is characterized by rectilinear sandstone buildings joined by covered arcades formed of successive half-circle arches, the latter supported by short columns with decorated capitals.

Stanford R&DE thoughtfully curated more than 10,000 pieces of art that can be seen throughout the four-building complex. EVGR is a living art installation for residents and guests to enjoy, ignite and inspire. The artwork strives to make the spaces more inviting, sophisticated and intellectually stimulating.

The pieces in our lobbies reflect our values and culture: Many pieces were specifically curated from indigenous, diverse Bay Area artists. The unique perspectives of the pieces reflect the artists themselves as well as our culturally, socially, and ethnically diverse residents.