Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA

The university was founded in 1885 by Leland and Jane Stanford in memory of their son, who had died of typhoid fever at the age of 15. The Stanfords wanted to create a world-class university that would offer students a rigorous education in the arts and sciences, as well as practical skills that would prepare them for the challenges of the modern world.

In addition to its architecture,the campus has a  wide variety of sculptures, installations, and other works of art located throughout the campus.