Founded in 1638, NEW HAVEN is best known as the home of Yale University, one of the world most prestigious institutions of learning. The main area of the town is the New Haven Green. Located on the Green are three stunning 19th century churches. Much of the downtown area is covered by the school's campus. Highlights of the campus are the beautiful Gothic style Memorial Quadrangle and the Harkness Tower. The Yale Center for British Art whose collection includes painting by Gainsborough, Hogarth and Turner attracts many visitors. The Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Libraries houses works that include one of the few copies of the Gutenberg Bible.