GRACELAND University

In 1895 the Community of Christ (RLDS Church) sponsored the establishment of a college located on property southeast of town.Graceland became known as Graceland University in 2000.

The Graceland Administration Building housed many early classes, completed in 1897.

As a non-sectarian institution of higher education, Graceland University remains open to all who seek quality education.

Graceland Sign, ca. 1960

An aerial view showing the development of Graceland University in recent years.

Aerial Photograph of Graceland University, photo by Wayne Martin, courtesy of the RLDS Pilots Association, 1995.


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