150 Years One Hopkins

From the beginning, Johns Hopkins has been dedicated to improving lives. It's time to celebrate the relentless pursuit of knowledge and the people behind it.

Stories of Impact

Select a story below to see how our historical advances have laid the foundation for new breakthroughs in every area of life.

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Thought Pioneers

Since its founding as America’s first research university, JHU has been transforming the way we envision the world.

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Eliminating Preventable Harm

Patient safety advances at Johns Hopkins stretch back almost 150 years.

Innovation in Education

Johns Hopkins has introduced teaching methods that reflect and address societal changes.

Out of This World

Research from Johns Hopkins has produced critical discoveries that have helped build and operate satellites and discover new galaxies.

Dr. Alfred Blalock performing a blue baby operation in 1947

Heart of Discovery

Johns Hopkins University has set the standard for cardiac health research and surgery.

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Dedicated to Community

Johns Hopkins is committed to serving its hometown of Baltimore, endeavoring to uplift the community through public health initiatives, tutoring programs, medical outreach, and more.

Discover the impact of our research and partnerships.

Johns Hopkins makes an impact on every level, shaping lives, strengthening communities, and advancing global progress.

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Individuals

From its earliest days, Johns Hopkins has been defined by a pioneering spirit and extraordinary people who are united by a common purpose—to deliver world-changing impact.

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Communities

Johns Hopkins has always been deeply connected to Baltimore, recognizing that the health and well-being of the university is inextricably tied to the well-being of the city of which we are a part.

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Johns Hopkins has a proud tradition of leadership in education, research, service, and patient care around the globe. As our founding mission implores, we bring the benefits of discovery to the world.

Our Legacy, In Print

Dive deeper into the milestones and moments that shaped our university’s legacy with a beautifully crafted anniversary book from Hopkins Press.

About the Book

Commemoration Days

As part of the Sesquicentennial Celebration, Commemoration Days were celebrated across the university from Feb. 12–27, 2026. Schools and divisions across Johns Hopkins hosted a variety of events, programs, and activities that reflect on our shared history and look toward the future.

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Next Conversations

In honor of our 150th anniversary, we invite the world to join us in Next Conversations, a yearlong series of discussions designed to inspire wonder, reflection, and possibility.