Bowles Hall, Berkeley

Name: Bowles Hall
Address: Berkeley, United States

#75 among attractions in Berkeley

Gothic Revival architecture

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Bowles Hall is a coed residential college at the University of California, Berkeley, known for its unique traditions, parties, and camaraderie. Designed by George W. Kelham, the building was the first residence hall on campus, dedicated in 1929, and was California's first state-owned residence hall. It was built in 1928 on a $350,000 grant by Mary McNear Bowles in memory of her husband, Cal alumnus and UC Regent Phillip E. Bowles. Mr. Bowles was said to have three loves: horses, horticulture and the University of California. ()

Built: 1928 (96 years ago)Coordinates: 37°52'24"N, 122°15'11"W

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Berkeley (University of California-Berkeley)Berkeley United States

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Bowles Hall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Telegraph Avenue, Sather Tower, California Memorial Stadium, Greek Theatre.

0.5 miSW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley
14 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Berkeley, California, Telegraph Avenue is a cultural and commercial lifeline that captures the unique spirit of this eclectic city. Stretching south from the edge of the University of California, Berkeley campus, Telegraph Avenue is not...
~1510 ftW
Well-known campanile at a university
Sather Tower, Berkeley
8 min walk • Sather Tower is a bell tower with clocks on its four faces on the campus of the University of California, Berkeley. It is more commonly known as The Campanile for its resemblance to the Campanile di San Marco in Venice.
~1020 ftSE
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
California Memorial Stadium, Berkeley
5 min walk • California Memorial Stadium also known as FTX Field at California Memorial Stadium, and simply and commonly known as Memorial Stadium is an outdoor football stadium on the campus of the University of California, Berkeley in Berkeley, California.
~320 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Amphitheatre
Greek Theatre, Berkeley
2 min walk • The William Randolph Hearst Greek Theatre, known locally as simply the Greek Theatre, is an 8,500-seat amphitheater owned and operated by the University of California, Berkeley in Berkeley, California, USA.
0.9 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Berkeley
23 min walk • Berkeley Repertory Theatre is a regional theater company located in Berkeley, California. It runs seven productions each season from its two stages in Downtown Berkeley.
0.8 miS
Theater, Church, Concerts and shows
Berkeley Playhouse, Berkeley
22 min walk • The Julia Morgan Theater, located in the former St. John's Presbyterian Church, is a historic building in Berkeley, California designed by architect Julia Morgan.
~1590 ftS
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Thorsen House, Berkeley
8 min walk • The William R. Thorsen House, often referred to as the Thorsen House, is a historic residence in Berkeley, California.
0.9 miW
Nightlife, Bars and clubs, Brewery
Triple Rock Brewery, Berkeley
23 min walk • Triple Rock is a brewpub in Berkeley, California.
~1630 ftSW
Library
Institute of Governmental Studies, Berkeley
8 min walk • The Institute of Governmental Studies is an interdisciplinary organized research unit at UC Berkeley, located in Moses Hall. It was founded in 1919 as the Bureau of Public Administration.
0.7 miW
Museum, Theater, Art museum
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, Berkeley
19 min walk • The Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive are a combined art museum, repertory movie theater, and archive associated with the University of California, Berkeley.
0.8 miW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life, Berkeley
21 min walk • The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life, formerly known as the Judah L. Magnes Museum from 1961 until its reopening in 2012, is a museum of Jewish history, art, and culture in Berkeley, California. The museum, which was founded in 1961 by Seymour and Rebecca Fromer, is named for Jewish activist Rabbi Judah L.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bowles Hall?

Nearby attractions include Greek Theatre, Berkeley (2 min walk), Tightwad Hill, Berkeley (3 min walk), The Big "C", Berkeley (5 min walk), California Memorial Stadium, Berkeley (5 min walk).

How to get to Bowles Hall by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bowles Hall:

Bus

Gayley Road & Stadium Rim Way • Lines: N, P, Ss (2 min walk)
Greek Theatre • Lines: 52, F, N, Ss (4 min walk)

Metro

Downtown Berkeley • Lines: Orange, Red (22 min walk)