Like Stonehenge

While there are many examples worldwide, Stonehenge is probably one of the best known examples of megalith architecture.  The word, megalith, is from the Greek and means quite simply, “big stone”.  The megaliths were often designed as a form of grave stone or a portal tomb.  In contrast to these uses, Stonehenge is believed to have astronomical alignments, although there have been cremated remains found at the site.  Its formation, the stone circle, is only one of the kinds of megaliths that exist.

Megaliths are found throughout the world including the Middle East, Africa, Europe and Asia.  Dolmens which are portal tombs, usually with two standing stones and a covering are prevalent in the Middle East with a large concentration found in the Jordan Rift valley.

In Europe, the portal tomb, the passage grave and the gallery graves are the most common types seen.  Britain and Ireland have more of the  stone circles which are thought to have associations with astronomy.  Stonehenge is known for its alignment with the solstice.

One adopting the motto “Lux et veritas“

This answer refers to Yale University with its response, Eli.  However, there is more than one university which has adopted the motto, Lux et veritas.  We shall begin with the oldest – that being Yale which started as a school for Christian ministers.  Its seal includes Hebrew characters, Urim and Thummim which were used to elicit truth and light in Old Testament times.

Indiana University – the meaning behind its motto was proposed by one of its university presidents who said that the diplomas of its graduates would carry “Light and Truth”.

Marietta College – The school in Ohio has its seal as part of the brick sidewalk.  Legend has it that if you step on the seal, it will add an additional year to the time it takes the person to graduate.

Chowan Univeristy – in Murfreesboro, North Carolina adopted the motto rather late in 1913 – some believe the motto was adopted after it changed from Chowan Baptist Female Institute to Chowan College.

Eatery known for its famous celebrity caricatures

Located in Manhattan, Sardis, is a restaurant that is famous for the numerous caricatures on its walls.  After moving the restaurant in 1927, the owner, Vincent Sardi, looked for a way to lure more customers to his new site.  He sought Alex Gard to draw caricatures of Broadway celebrities.  In exchange for a meal per day, he drew one portrait per day.  This deal outlasted Vincent Sardi himself as his son tried to change the terms, but Gard refused and continued to draw the caricature/meal deal.

While Gard died in 1948, others have taken over the helm as the artist.  When Jimmy Cagney died, his caricature was stolen.  Since that time, the originals are kept in a vault and copies adorn the walls.

In addition to the famous caricatures, Sardis is also the birthplace of the Tony award.  Antoinette Perry’s partner was mourning her death at Sardis and there conceived the idea of an award in her honor.  For years afterward, the Tony nominations were announced at Sardis.  Vincent Sardi, Sr, received a special Tony in 1947 (the first year they were awarded).