One of the most famous interdenominational churches in the West, Stanford's Memorial Church stands prominently in the center of the Quad. Architect Charles A. Coolidge designed the church in a cruciform layout complete with carved natural stone, massive columns, low rounded arch ways and red tiled roofs. Its stunning architecture includes an imposing arcade featuring the country's largest mosaic. The central domed ceiling allows light to stream in and reflect off the 15 stained-glass windows on each side of the church. The windows illustrate a series of scenes from the Old Testament. The Church houses three magnificent organs, each named after their builders. The largest and grandest, Fisk-Nanney, is considered by many renowned musicians to be one of the finest in the world. Robert Huw Morgan, the University Organist, plays the organ at various concerts and weddings throughout the year.
Jane Stanford built the church as a memorial to her husband, Leland. Though the Stanfords were religious, they decreed that the church would be non-denominational. Today, the church allows couples of any faith and sexuality to be married; the only requirement is that one member have an affiliation with Stanford.