Rice University

Rice University is a prestigious private research university located in Houston, Texas, known for its rigorous academics and stunning campus. The 300-acre grounds feature a mix of Byzantine, Romanesque, and Spanish Mission-style architecture, with iconic buildings like the Lovett Hall and the Sallyport. Visitors can stroll through the tree-lined quadrangles, admire the James Turrell 'Twilight Epiphany' Skyspace, or explore the Rice University Art Gallery. The campus is also home to the Moody Center for the Arts and the Shepherd School of Music, which hosts public concerts. It's a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city, offering a blend of education, culture, and natural beauty.

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• Lovett Hall and the Sallyport archway
• James Turrell 'Twilight Epiphany' Skyspace
• Rice University Art Gallery and Moody Center for the Arts
• Shepherd School of Music concerts (often free)
• Lush green spaces and the Rice Campus Store

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Antes de ir

• Pick up a self-guided tour map at the visitor center or download one online.
• Check the Shepherd School calendar for free concerts.
• The Fondren Library is open to visitors; explore its architecture.

Um pouco de história

Founded in 1912 as the William Marsh Rice Institute, the university was established by the will of William Marsh Rice. Its first building, the Administration Building (now Lovett Hall), opened in 1912. Rice has since grown into a top-tier research institution.