Harvard Medical School (HMS), Boston

Established in 1782, Harvard Medical School began with a small group of students and a faculty of three. The first classes took place in Harvard Hall in Cambridge, long before the School’s iconic quadrangle was constructed in Boston. Over the decades, the faculty and trainees accumulated knowledge and influence, shaping the practice of medicine in the United States and internationally. Certain community members and their achievements have attained legendary status. The following resources provide access to the rich history of Harvard Medical School.