University Chapel and Galleries
University Chapel
Completed in 1868 at the request of Washington College President Robert E. Lee, University Chapel (first known as “the College Chapel”) has been a gathering place for the campus community since its inception. The building, which originally included an auditorium for weekday worship services as well as the president’s and treasurer’s offices and the YMCA headquarters, has evolved over more than 150 years to incorporate historical gallery spaces and the Lee Family crypt. It continues to be used for university events.
Policies
Please refer to the Museums and Galleries Visitor Policy for individual and group tours.
Street Address
The address for the University Chapel parking lot is 100 North Jefferson Street.
Directions
From the North, South, or East:
- Travel interstate 81 to Exit 188-B
- Exit onto Route 60 West
- Follow 60W into Lexington (approximately 3 miles)
- Turn right onto Main Street
- Turn left onto Henry Street
- Cross Jefferson Street and pull into the Chapel parking lot.
From the West:
- Travel interstate 64 to Exit 55.
- Turn right onto Route 11 South.
- After you cross the Maury River Bridge, Route 11 will split. Bear right onto Route 11 Business.
- After you pass the VMI campus, turn into the Chapel parking lot through the brick columns on the right at the intersection of Henry Street and Jefferson Street.