Trinity Church, Boston Park and Three Famous Lies: The bronze statue was cast in 1884, and the words were engraved on its base? John? Harvard, founder, 1638. These three lines constitute the three most famous lies of Harvard, and the bronze statue of Harvard is also nicknamed? Statues of three lies. First, this sculpture is not Harvard itself, but a Harvard University named Sherman? Hall's students; Second, Harvard himself is not the founder of Harvard University, but a priest. Before his death, he donated half of his legacy and all his books to Harvard University. Third, Harvard University was founded in 1636 instead of 1638.