Visiting Information

As of September 1, 2025, Stanford Memorial Church is available for Weddings or Renewal ceremonies for all, including members of the Stanford community and the general public.

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Banner image featuring Joe Oliveira, son of the late artist and art professor Nathan Oliviera, works with Jeanette Smith-Laws, director of Student Unions and Operations during the installation of 4 of his father's paintings in Windhover, a new contemplation center on campus.

Visit Windhover Contemplative Center

Location

Windhover is located in the heart of campus at 370 Santa Teresa Street, near the Papua New Guinea Sculpture Garden and Roble Hall.

Center Hours

Windhover Contemplative Center will officially reopen during a ceremony at noon Wednesday, March 19.

Valid Stanford ID cards are required to enter the building, and each individual entering is asked to swipe his/her card. Guests are not allowed. For building maintenance or card access issues, please contact Jeanette Smith-Laws (650) 387-4885.

  • Note: Food and drink are not allowed inside the building. 

Stanford alumni may visit Windhover by obtaining a building access card from the Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center (326 Galvez Street) front desk during business hours.

Windhover is closed during University holidays and University winter closure. Holidays include Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day and Thanksgiving break.

Technology-Free Zone

To sustain a quiet, contemplative environment, visitors are asked to not use their cell phones, laptops, tablets, cameras and other electronic devices while inside the building.

Guided Tours

Docent tours are cancelled until further notice. Thank you for your understanding.