MAY

HOUGHTON
2020

MEMORIAL CHAPEL
S T A I N E D G L A S S A N D T H E
C H A N G I N G R E L I G I O S I T Y O F
W E L L E S L E Y C O L L E G E

OLIVIA FELDMAN
RELIGION 350
HISTORY & RELIGION '21
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PAGE 1 RELIGIOUS FOUNDING
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CHRISTIAN FOUNDINGS OF
WELLESLEY COLLEGE
A PLACE TO TEACH CHRISTIAN
MOTHERHOOD & EDUCATE WOMEN

In 1873, Henry Durant granted various parcels of

Wellesley College was first founded by Pauline land to the institution, which was then renamed

and Henry Fowle Durant as the Wellesley Female Wellesley College. The indenture states that the

Seminary in 1870. It was changed to Wellesley land was "conveyed for the purpose of

College in 1873. The word seminary had two maintaining thereon forever a college for the

meanings, according to "The Landscape & education of females.” The new College opened

Architecture of Wellesley College" by Peter in 1875. From the founding, the Durants believed

Fergusson. The first meaning, he says, signifies a in strong religious convictions to further the

place that educated women to become teachers. goals of female-oriented education. The clearly

Since the American Civil War killed or wounded so rooted Christianity of the school is evident by the

many men, there was a call for women to fill these Statutes (Bylaws) of 1885 which stated that “the

educator roles. Women were already seen as College was founded for the glory of God and the

natural educators of Christian and patriotic values service of the Lord Jesus Christ by the education

as popularized by the idea of Republican and culture of women.” Over the years since its

motherhood. Ferguson states that "the second founding, Wellesley has become a nonsectarian

meaning emerged in the 1860s that was closer to institution, steadfastly dedicated to scholarly

the word college, It addressed women’s excellence and the pursuit of knowledge. The

determination for liberal learning equivalent to founder’s belief in the talents and capacities of

that offered to men. At Wellesley, the two women, and his commitment to educating

meanings may be seen in transition." women for “lives of noblest usefulness,” continue
to inform the purpose of the College.

Source Information & quotes via "Wellesley College" by

Arlene Cohen
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THE CHAPEL
"In 1896, a gift of $100,000 was made for a new
chapel, donated by Miss Elizabeth G. Houghton and
Mr. Clement S. Houghton, in memory of their father.
The William S. Houghton Memorial Chapel was
designed by Heins and La Farge, the architects of the
Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York, and
dedicated on June 1, 1899.Since its dedication on
June 1 1899, the historic Houghton Chapel has served
as a center of community life at Wellesley College.
The Chapel has also provided a critical venue for
College ceremonies and traditions, for concerts,
lectures, and other performances. For nearly the
entire history of Wellesley College, Houghton Chapel
has afforded the community a spiritual space, which
supports and complements the pursuit of
intellectual excellence and personal growth. As
indicated by the three keys given to each president
of Wellesley College as she takes office (to the library,
the dormitory, and the Chapel), the Chapel reflects
the College’s commitment that the education of the
whole person—intellectually, relationally, and
spiritually—remains at the core of the mission of the
institution." --Wellesley College
Important traditions such as Flower Sunday and
Holy Week services, convocation, baccalaureate;
memorials and weddings. These traditions have
evolved as the student body became less
christianized, and ceremonies became multi faith or
secular all together.
Source Information & quotes via "Wellesley College" by Arlene Cohen
THE BUILDING
The school is rooted in our relationship to the
chapel, a statement that has rung true since the
creation of the College Hall chapel. The good
christian woman was who Wellesley created.
Physically, Houghton’s foundation is made of granite
blocks. The walls are granite (buff-colored Amherst
stone block, exterior) and the interior of brick. The
roof is made of red slate.
The chapel hosts services from many religions are
held at Houghton Memorial Chapel, which was
designed by Heins and LaFarge and completed in
1899. Currently the Religious Life team at Wellesley
includes a Buddhist advisor, a Jewish chaplain, a
Muslim advisor, a Roman Catholic chaplain, a
Protestant chaplain, and a Unitarian Universalist
chaplain, as well as advisors and student groups
from the Baha'i, Hindu, Jain, Native African, Native
American, Sikh, and Zoroastrian communities.
Wellesley celebrates its diversity and fosters a sense
of community through a multi-faith team approach
to religion. The College's Religious and Spiritual Life
program has become a national model, followed by
over 300 colleges nationwide. In 1992, Wellesley
College, a secular liberal arts school, set out on an
uncharted path to creating a new model for
engaging religious diversity as part of its educational
program. With a focus on interreligious dialogue,
one of its goals was to prepare students for an
increasingly diverse American society. The
opportunities continue to grow.
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THE GLASS
THE GLASS ART & CHANGING CHRISTIAN
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Have you seen the beautiful stained glass panels that line the
walls of the chapel? Have you ever wondered where they came
from? I have!

I am a student who loves to look at the varying subject of the

glass, from biblical angels to rainbow patterns. I wanted to look
at how we as a school transition from Christian origins to the
robust multi-faith program we have now. I hope you find as
much joy in the art that I do.

Descriptions pulled from

the Wellesley College
Window Tour-- check it
out on the webiste!
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DURANT MEMORIAL
WINDOWS
THE RESTORATION OF THESE
THEY WERE CREATED BY THE
WINDOWS WAS GIVEN BY
BOSTON STUDIO REYNOLDS,
PATRICIA KOPF COLAGIURI,
FRANCIS, AND ROHNSTOCK, AND
CLASS OF 1955, IN MEMORY OF
DESIGNED BY ESTELLE HURLL
HER PARENTS ELIZABETH AND
RUDOLPH KOPF.

The Durant Memorial Windows were dedicated in May 1925 in memory of Henry F. and Pauline A. Durant, the
founders of Wellesley College, and were given by the Alumnae Association. They were created by the Boston studio
Reynolds, Francis, and Rohnstock, and designed by Estelle Hurll, who passed away before the project was completed.
The windows bear a theme of love and service. This group of three windows comprises all the opening in the lapse of
the Chapel. The overall theme of the central window is 'The Love of God', and depicts Christ in Glory flanked by St.
John the Evangelist and St. Paul in the side lancets. The three medallions underneath feature the Nativity, Jesus on
the Cross, and St. Paul in prison writing epistles. The side windows are themed 'The Call to Service' on the left, and
'The Life of Service' on the right. These themes are expressed in the windows by twelve medallions featuring subjects
chosen from both Biblical and secular sources. The inscription reads, 'To the glory of God and in remembrance of the
Founders of this college and their beloved son.' This is simply a dedication to the Christian foundings of the Chapel
and school.
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SHAFER WINDOW
DESIGNED AND CREATED BY JOHN LA
FARGE STUDIOS, 1901

This window is dedicated to Helen Almira Shafer,

class of 1891 and third president of the College, who
died while in office. The window has a theme of
'semita certe' or 'The True Path' extolling virtue. The
window is an allegory to celebrate the example set
for young women through Shafer's virtuous life.

Proverbs 3:6 - "Seek his will in all you do, and he will
show you which path to take."

Psalm 16:11 - "You will show me the way of life,

granting me the joy of your presence and the
pleasures of living with you forever."

Shafer is being depicted as a virtuous leader, guiding

the young students of Wellesley to a "virtuous" life. In
the values established by the college, in the late 19th
century, the school is focused on teaching good
Christian virtues, and thus Shafer is akin to almost a
shepherd in this piece, leading her students in
harnessing the Protestant Ethic that defines early
Wellesley College.
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PECK WINDOW
DESIGNED AND CREATED BY JOHN LA
FARGE STUDIOS, 1901

This window is in memory of Angie

Lacey Peck, Senior Class President of
1890, and was given by the Class of 1890.
She was addressed as 'the Princess', in
line with the tradition of courtly titles of
class officers. In reflection of Peck's love
of poetry, the window is named 'Poetess
on the Ivory Tower.'

I don't believe as in many windows, there

is a direct biblical allusion, but I because
this is a late 19th century memorial
window, we can safely assume that the
image is based in the Protestant view of
memorializing through bright colors and
"angelic" image tones, having her high in
the sky, passing knowledge and art to
other students, a leader much like
Shafer's depiction.
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CLAFLIN WINDOW
THE WINDOW IS THOUGHT TO HAVE BEEN
CREATED BY FREDERICK WILSON, A
STAINED GLASS DESIGNER AT TIFFANY, 1898

This window is in memory of Mary Bucklin Claflin,

Wellesley's first female Trustee, who served from
from 1873 until her death in 1896. It was given by her
husband William Claflin, the former Governor of
Massachusetts, who signed the charter for the
College and served as Trustee from 1873 until his
death in 1905. The window is thought to have been
created by Frederick Wilson, a stained glass designer
at Tiffany. It was placed in the Chapel in 1898, and
represents St. Elizabeth teaching St. John the
Baptist.

The concept of patriotic and godly parenting, or

"Republican Motherhood" was a very popular idea of
raising children in 18th century. It centered on
teaching children "patriotic values" and protestant
ethic; making your home a Godly place. It was
popular around the revolution that persisted further
into the American psyche. Here, the art amplifies the
dedication of Wellesley for that mission; the school
was founded to be an educational source of biblical
learning and social learning. Here, St. Elizabeth is
teaching her son John, a reflection of both a
Christian & female-oriented education; a
representation of the Wellesley mission and one of
the women who actualized it.
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SMITH WINDOW
REYNOLDS, FRANCIS, AND ROHNSTOCK OF
BOSTON, 1925

This window is in memory of Mary Fraser Smith,

class of 1896, and College Recorder (1915-33), given in
1925 by her brother, Persifor F. Smith. The window
has a theme of loyalty and was designed and
created by Reynolds, Francis, and Rohnstock of
Boston.
A note in this window: 'Non Ministrari, Sed
Ministrare' on her scroll and at the bottom, the
school's coat of arms and the seal of the alumnae
association. The window is also referred to as
'Fidelitas' or faithfulness.

This window is a great demonstration of the classic

evangalizing Christian morality embedded in
Wellesley's founding, it is our job as students we are
told, to be a positive moral member of our
community, and in literal terms to "minister," to
spread the good word of Christianity as a moral
obligation to the world. A big reflection of the white-
saviorism Wellesley promoted with Asian
missionaries.
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WRIGHT WINDOW
THE GLASS ART & CHANGING CHRISTIAN
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This window is in memory of Margaret Peck Wright,
who studied with the Class of 1912, and Ruth Peck
Noone, Class of 1915, and was given by their loving
granddaughter and niece Mari E. Wright, Class of
1960, with the vision of a global Wellesley College in
mind. The window is titled Veritas, or Truth, and is in
series with the Smith and Gamble windows. The
figure is depicted holding the light of truth, styled as
a Wellesley lantern. Underneath the figure are the
three keys of the College: to the Library, to College
Hall, and to the Chapel.
The lower section of the window depicts a 'world
tree of knowledge' encircled by symbols
representing the following traditions: Buddhist,
Jewish, Muslim, Jain, Zoroastrian, Pagan, African
Spiritual Traditions, Baha'i, Native American and
Indigenous Peoples' Spiritual Traditions, Unitarian
Universalist, Humanist-Secular-Agnostic-Atheist,
Sikh, and Christian.
At the base of the window is a quotation from the
seventh College President, Mildred McAfee Horton:
'The day we learn that differences do not necessarily
involve discriminatory evaluations, vast problems of
human relations will be solvable.
This window is a reflection of the shift to a big
celebrated multi-faith environment. It is also the
only non-white figure explicitly depicted in the
chapel, the donor of the window purposefully
wanted to create a piece that reflected the shifting
eacial and religious makeup of the institution.
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GAMBLE WINDOW
THE GLASS ART & CHANGING CHRISTIAN
FOCUS

The Gamble window was dedicated on June 17,

1939 in memory of Eleanor Gamble, class of 1889
and professor of psychology from 1898-1933. The
window was a gift by her classmates of the class
of 1889. The window features St. Francis, whose
attributes of humility and 'simplicity of manner'
were shared by Eleanor Gamble. The inscription
reads 'Wisdom, expressive of the great Teacher.'
It was designed and created by Reynolds,
Francis, and Rohnstock of Boston. It is also called
'Sapientia', or wisdom.

The Franciscan basis of this piece is a testament

to the Christian values Wellesley embraced in its
founding. While Wellesley was not a specifically
Franciscan school, the Franciscan focus on
bringing light to the world, avoiding the idea of
original sin, and outwardly express great
affection for all of God's creations. This window
appears to tell us the Gamble herself embraced
this view, and positively shaped the Christian
spirit of Wellesley College. Additionally, the
Franciscans had a large missionary effort in Asia,
one that Wellesley students often ventured to.
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SHERWOOD
WINDOWS
REYNOLDS, FRANCIS, AND ROHNSTOCK OF
BOSTON, 1939

The Sherwood Windows were designed based on suggestions made by Martha Hale Shackford, class of 1896, and later Professor of
English Literature, and created by Joseph G. Reynolds of Reynolds, Francis, and Rohnstock in 1958. The Central concept of the windows
is derived from the poem, The Pilgrim, written by Professor of English, Sophie Jewett, to her friend and fellow professor Margaret
Sherwood, Class of 1895 and Professor Emeritus of English Literature (1889-1931) at Wellesley College.

The Pilgrim
Pilgrim feet, pray whither bound?
Pilgrim eyes, pray whither bent?
Sandal-shod and travel-gowned,
Lo, I seek the way they went
Late who passed toward Holy Land.

The center window depicts a figure of a female pilgrim and the indication of a medieval fortified town, a symbol of a pilgrimage to
faraway places. Beneath the pilgrim, three angels are featured, signifying philosophy, nature, and theology. The figure in the left window
is a representation of St. Catherine of Alexandria, noted for her wisdom, and flanked by symbols of her martyrdom. The prendella
beneath the left window depicts St. Catherine and the doctors of Maxentius. The right window features St. Brendan of Confert, and
several of his attributed symbols. His prendella is a depiction of St. Brendan's voyage to the Land of Promise of the Saints.
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JEWETT WINDOW
TIFFANY STUDIOS, 1913

The Jewett Window was given in 1913 by

members of the college in memory of Sophie
Jewett, associate Professor of English from 1889
to 1909. The details reflect her love of Dante
Alighieri and the window depicts The Descent of
Angels from his Divine Comedy. It is believed to
have been designed by Tiffany.

The combination of an ode to Dante and an ode

to the Christian memorial of Sophie Jewett is a
beautiful indicator of how seamlessly academia
and the desire to teach women mixed with
Christian values being permeated through living
quarters and academics. Jewett, known for many
as the art building on campus, gives a
confirmation that even though Wellesley was
built to provide a Christian education, they did
fulfill the Duran'ts wish to create an academically
rigorous and "seminary" school that emphasized
the importance of academics in relation to the
bible, while many other centers of female
education were focused solely on Christian
education.
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BROOKS WINDOW
TIFFANY STUDIOS, 1910

This window was dedicated in January 1910 to the

memory of Bishop Phillips Brooks, honorary member
of the class of 1889. The window was a gift from the
class of 1998 as their 20th anniversary gift to the
college. This window was created by Tiffany, and
depicts Christ and the Daughter of Jairus. It is titled
'He Took Her by the Hand and the Maid Arose.' The
restoration was given in honor of Ruth and Paul
Winter by their daughter Bunny Winter, Class of
1970, and Michael Doyle.

This memorial window is one of the most explicit

used of religious imagery. Here, Christ is depicted
himself, implying that Christ has sheltered and led
Phillips Brooks to heaven, there is a large emphasis
on what Christians believe happens after you die,
and families often find comfort of depictions of your
loved one amongst Christ.
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GREEN WINDOW
TIFFANY STUDIOS, 1903

The Green Window was given in 1903 in memory of

Cornelia Elizabeth Green, Class of 1892, by her sister
Eleanor Green, also Class of 1892, and their
classmates. It was designed and created by Tiffany.
The window depicts Raphael the archangel,
protector of pilgrims and travelers. The imagery
reflects Green's love of writing.

The archangel Raphael is said to" guard pilgrims on

their journeys, and is often depicted holding a
staff...Early mosaics often show him and the other
archangels in the clothing of a Byzantine courtier."
Raphael is depicted usually as a savior, as a patron
saint of muhc of academia and adventure. I believe t
that GReen's love of literature and writing was one
that was reflected in the strength and intelligence of
Raphael, and his duty to spread knowledge and
biblical morality around the world, much like
Cornelia Elizabeth Green. It is very possible that
Cornelia herself was a part of the Green family which
Green Hall was donated, in the "honor" of Hetty
Green. I find this fascinating as Hetty was known as
the stingy "witch of Wall Street" and it is so
Source Information & quotes on Hetty Green via "Wellesley
interesting to see a great act of care and generosity
College" by Arlene Cohen
towards the school be in spite of Hetty's wishes to
not spend her money. Yet, here we are possibly
utilizing that fortune to commission this beautiful
biblical memorial window.
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HOUGHTON
WINDOW
DESIGNED BY FREDERICK WILSON AND
CREATED BY TIFFANY STUDIOS, 1908

This window is dedicated a bit

later than some of the
memorial windows, but it is the
namesake window for the
Chapel. In line with the
remembrance of the
Houghton's this was designed
to emphasize the Heaven that
Sarah Jane is believed to
occupy, surrounded by angels.
Memorial imagery that gives
comfort to the Christian family
who prays for her salvation.
Here, they are able to depict it.

This window was given in memory of Sarah Jane Houghton, wife of Trustee
William S. Houghton, by her children Clement and Elizabeth Houghton and
placed in the chapel in 1908. The work is meant as an illustration of the hymn
'Glory be to God on high, and peace on earth, good will to all.' The text reads
'Gloria in excelsis Deo.' The window was designed by Frederick Wilson and
created by Tiffany Studios.
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TREE AND RIVER OF

LIFE WINDOWS
THE WINDOWS WERE DESIGNED BY YAROSLAV SLAVIN AND NATALYA
SLAVINA, AND WAS CREATED BY SERPENTINO STAINED GLASS OF
NEEDHAM, MASSACHUSETTS IN THE TIFFANY STYLE, 2010

The Tree and River of Life windows were installed in 2010 and given by Sarah Naas Mauger Veil, Class of 1961, and
Margaret Lydia Mauger, Class of 1989, in memory of Lydia Naas Raunecker, Class of 1958, as part of the Houghton Chapel
renovation and Multifaith Center construction projects. These two windows were intended to create a natural scene that
lifts the spirits of all members of the Wellesley College community, regardless of religious tradition or spiritual practice.
The windows were designed by Yaroslav Slavin and Natalya Slavina, and was created by Serpentino Stained Glass of
Needham, Massachusetts in the Tiffany Style.

This very new window is one of the explicitly

irreligious markings in the chapel, it marks the
transition from a focus on Christianity as a student
center to finding a more unifying space.

I really value the idea that

God and spirituality in
nature is something to also
be celebrated and
acknowledged in a
community space,
specifically one for prayer.
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ROSE OVERHEAD
CREATOR UNKNOW, UNKNOWN DATE

The window overhead at the chapel crossing was donated by Dr. Edwin Hale Abbot, Trustee of the
College from 1892 to 1921, and was made by an unknown studio during the original construction of the
chapel.

There are no known religious overtones

in this piece, and since the source is
unknown, there is no way to verify the
designers intentions.
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MODERN BUILDING AND MULTIFAITH
MOVEMENT
The renovation of Houghton Chapel and Multifaith
Center at Wellesley College in Wellesley,
Massachusetts, is a project profoundly rooted in
dialogue: between architect and client, between
historical and contemporary programs and spaces,
and among the people of diverse cultures and
religions who constitute the campus community.
We are able to physically see this transition with the
construction and restoration of the chapel. The
space is both historically Wellesley and a place for
students to change and grow, as we are literally and
metaphorically re-shaping religion on campus.
Timberlake, the Multifaith center architect
commented on the diversity of events now in
Houghton: “Flower Sunday when a thousand
students gathered in the Chapel for a multifaith
celebration of sisterhood; Yom Kippur services, Iftar
dinners, and Holy Week services all held in the
worship room of the Multifaith Center; poetry jams, a
monthly interfaith coffee house, Dinner and
Dialogue (a monthly program for the campus on
religion and society), and training programs for
student leaders on interfaith dialogue; alumnae
events, lectures, and conferences on religious
perspectives of global issues; convocation,
baccalaureate; memorials and weddings. The
opportunities continue to grow.”
MODERN BUILDING AND
MULTIFAITH MOVEMENT
The former ORSL director and college
chaplain, Victor Kazanjian recalls: “One
night, as I ventured back to what I was
sure would be an empty space to do a
few chores, I discovered a Center full of
Wellesley students playing music,
dancing, talking, and painting each
other’s hands with Mehndi. It was a party
planned by Wellesley’s Hindu and
Muslim students, open to all and
attended by Hindus, Muslims, Jews,
Christians, Baha’is, and a whole host of
other friends. I stood there in awe and
thought to myself, ‘This is it. This is what
we hoped and imagined.’ I asked the
students gathered how this happened,
and they said, ‘The space is so beautiful it
feels sacred for all of us, and we just
want to be here.’”
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CONCLUSION
How can we see the shift from Seminary to a highly The opportunities continue to grow. Kazanjian
regarded multi-faith campus culture through the recalls: “One night, as I ventured back to what I was
physical building? The renovation of Houghton sure would be an empty space to do a few chores, I
Chapel and Multifaith Center at Wellesley College in discovered a Center full of Wellesley students
Wellesley, Massachusetts, is a project profoundly playing music, dancing, talking, and painting each
rooted in dialogue: between architect and client, other’s hands with Mehndi. It was a party planned by
between historical and contemporary programs and Wellesley’s Hindu and Muslim students, open to all
spaces, and among the people of diverse cultures and attended by Hindus, Muslims, Jews, Christians,
and religions who constitute the campus Baha’is, and a whole host of other friends. I stood
community. This dialogue moved the project there in awe and thought to myself, ‘This is it. This is
beyond implementing preconceived notions of what what we hoped and imagined.’ I asked the students
a renovated chapel space might look like, and gathered how this happened, and they said, ‘The
instead impelled us to create spaces within a space is so beautiful it feels sacred for all of us, and
historic structure that would welcome all and would we just want to be here.’”
invite the campus to experience the diversity of the
human community. And there have been special
moments: Flower Sunday when a thousand students
gathered in the Chapel for a multifaith celebration
of sisterhood; Yom Kippur services, Iftar dinners, and
Holy Week services all held in the worship room of
the Multifaith Center; poetry jams, a monthly
interfaith coffee house, Dinner and Dialogue (a
monthly program for the campus on religion and
society), and training programs for student leaders
on interfaith dialogue; alumnae events, lectures, and
conferences on religious perspectives of global
issues; convocation, baccalaureate; memorials and
weddings.