John Harvard
Performers posing as John Harvard’s statue and trees greeted guests as they walked into Tercentenary Theatre. They stood under a tent, shielded from the downpour of rain.
Umbrellas
Hiding under umbrellas, hundreds of guests still come to the 375th celebration to enjoy performances, cake, and open bars.
Hugs
Drew Faust hugs Yo-Yo Ma ‘76 after his performance on the steps of Memorial Church. Before the performance, Ma surprised the orchestra with a personal meet-and-greet.
Mud Dance
Invoking memories of Woodstock, Harvard students do not allow rain deter them from enjoying Harvard’s 375th anniversary.
Ice Sculptures
Ice sculptures in the shape of the Harvard Crest and a large “H” adorn Tercentenary Theatre, hidden from the rain under tents.
Yo-Yo Ma '76 speaks with Harvard University President Drew Faust onstage at Harvard's 375th Anniversary Celebration.
A drenched saxophonist keeps spirits high at Harvard's 375th Anniversary Celebration.
Camera Phone
Students raise their cellphones, hoping to catch a photo of the many performers at Harvard’s 375th anniversary.
Mud Dancing
The rain could not stop students from enjoying Harvard’s 375th anniversary. Dancing and fighting in the mud, students invoked nostalgic images of a muddy Woodstock.
Taza Chocolate
Taza Chocolate provides chocolate fountain fondue for rain drenched guests, keeping the warm and full.
