The Great Hall
Events [20]
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
The Sorting Hat [B1-C7]
116-117
The Great Hall Is Introduced As A Magnificent Space Filled With Floating Candles And A Bewitched Ceiling
Professor McGonagall leads the first-year students into the Great Hall. They are awestruck by the enchanted ceiling and floating candles as they line up before the entire school to await the Sorting Ceremony.
Professor McGonagall leads the first-year students into the Great Hall. They are awestruck by the enchanted ceiling and floating candles as they line up before the entire school to await the Sorting Ceremony.
117-118
The Great Hall Hosts The Sorting Ceremony As The Center Of Attention
The Sorting Hat sings an introductory song detailing the qualities of the four Hogwarts houses—Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin. The hat invites the students to try it on, promising to find their rightful house.
The Sorting Hat sings an introductory song detailing the qualities of the four Hogwarts houses—Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin. The hat invites the students to try it on, promising to find their rightful house.
118-121
The Great Hall Is Filled With Students Witnessing The Sorting
Professor McGonagall begins the Sorting Ceremony, calling the students one by one to wear the Sorting Hat. The hat assigns them to their houses, which will shape their Hogwarts experience.
Professor McGonagall begins the Sorting Ceremony, calling the students one by one to wear the Sorting Hat. The hat assigns them to their houses, which will shape their Hogwarts experience.
121-121
The Great Hall Is Filled With Students Watching The Sorting Ceremony
When Harry’s name is called, whispers ripple through the hall. The Sorting Hat debates placing him in Slytherin but ultimately honors Harry’s wish to join Gryffindor, marking a pivotal moment in his Hogwarts journey.
When Harry’s name is called, whispers ripple through the hall. The Sorting Hat debates placing him in Slytherin but ultimately honors Harry’s wish to join Gryffindor, marking a pivotal moment in his Hogwarts journey.
121-122
The Great Hall Hosts The Sorting Ceremony For New Students
After being sorted into Gryffindor, Harry receives a warm welcome at the Gryffindor table. The Weasley twins cheer loudly, Percy shakes his hand, and Nearly Headless Nick introduces himself as the Gryffindor ghost.
After being sorted into Gryffindor, Harry receives a warm welcome at the Gryffindor table. The Weasley twins cheer loudly, Percy shakes his hand, and Nearly Headless Nick introduces himself as the Gryffindor ghost.
122-123
The Great Hall Is Filled With A Lavish Banquet For The Students
Albus Dumbledore welcomes the students with a whimsical speech before the start-of-term feast. Harry marvels at the magical array of food, enjoying a hearty meal in the company of his new housemates.
Albus Dumbledore welcomes the students with a whimsical speech before the start-of-term feast. Harry marvels at the magical array of food, enjoying a hearty meal in the company of his new housemates.
126-126
Harry Observes The Professors While Sitting In The Great Hall
Harry feels a sharp pain in his scar when Professor Snape looks at him during the feast. Percy explains that Snape is the Potions Master, rumored to be after the Defense Against the Dark Arts position.
Harry feels a sharp pain in his scar when Professor Snape looks at him during the feast. Percy explains that Snape is the Potions Master, rumored to be after the Defense Against the Dark Arts position.
126-128
The Location Of Dumbledore’s Announcements And The Hogwarts Song
Dumbledore concludes the feast with start-of-term announcements, warning students to avoid the Forbidden Forest and the third-floor corridor. He then leads the school in a humorous rendition of the Hogwarts song.
Dumbledore concludes the feast with start-of-term announcements, warning students to avoid the Forbidden Forest and the third-floor corridor. He then leads the school in a humorous rendition of the Hogwarts song.
128-130
The Gryffindor First Years Leave The Great Hall And Head To Their Dormitory
Percy Weasley leads the Gryffindor first-years to their common room, navigating Hogwarts’ winding corridors and dealing with Peeves the Poltergeist. After giving the password, “Caput Draconis,” the students enter the cozy common room and settle into their dormitory for the night.
Percy Weasley leads the Gryffindor first-years to their common room, navigating Hogwarts’ winding corridors and dealing with Peeves the Poltergeist. After giving the password, “Caput Draconis,” the students enter the cozy common room and settle into their dormitory for the night.
The Potions Master [B1-C8]
135-136
The Great Hall Hosts Breakfast And The Arrival Of Owls Delivering Mail To Students
Harry and Ron Have Breakfast and Are Invited to Visit Hagrid Later That Day
Harry and Ron Have Breakfast and Are Invited to Visit Hagrid Later That Day
The Midnight Duel [B1-C9]
152-153
Harry Discusses His Quidditch Recruitment During Dinner In The Great Hall
Harry shares the news of becoming the youngest Seeker in a century with Ron. Fred and George Weasley, also Quidditch players, express their excitement, confident that Gryffindor can win the Quidditch Cup this year.
Harry shares the news of becoming the youngest Seeker in a century with Ron. Fred and George Weasley, also Quidditch players, express their excitement, confident that Gryffindor can win the Quidditch Cup this year.
153-154
The Duel Challenge Takes Place During Dinner In The Great Hall
Angry and jealous of Harry’s success, Malfoy challenges him to a midnight wizard’s duel in the trophy room. Harry accepts, with Ron agreeing to be his second, even though neither knows much about dueling.
Angry and jealous of Harry’s success, Malfoy challenges him to a midnight wizard’s duel in the trophy room. Harry accepts, with Ron agreeing to be his second, even though neither knows much about dueling.
154-156
The Great Hall Is Mentioned During Hermione’s First Warning
Hermione tries to stop Harry and Ron from sneaking out for the duel, but she ends up locked out of Gryffindor Tower. Neville, unable to remember the password, joins the group as they head toward the trophy room.
Hermione tries to stop Harry and Ron from sneaking out for the duel, but she ends up locked out of Gryffindor Tower. Neville, unable to remember the password, joins the group as they head toward the trophy room.
Hallowe'en [B1-C10]
164-165
The Great Hall Is Where Harry Receives His New Broomstick
In an extraordinary delivery spectacle, Harry receives a Nimbus 2000 broomstick from Professor McGonagall, conveyed by a team of screech owls. This event captures the entire school’s attention, as well as sparking envy in Draco Malfoy, whose reaction underscores his rivalry with Harry.
In an extraordinary delivery spectacle, Harry receives a Nimbus 2000 broomstick from Professor McGonagall, conveyed by a team of screech owls. This event captures the entire school’s attention, as well as sparking envy in Draco Malfoy, whose reaction underscores his rivalry with Harry.
165-166
The Great Hall Is Where The Broomstick Drama Begins
Draco Malfoy seizes an opportunity to accuse Harry of violating first-year rules by owning a broomstick. Professor Flitwick’s intervention confirms Harry’s authorization, simultaneously exacerbating the existing Gryffindor-Slytherin rivalry as Malfoy’s complaint is effectively dismissed.
Draco Malfoy seizes an opportunity to accuse Harry of violating first-year rules by owning a broomstick. Professor Flitwick’s intervention confirms Harry’s authorization, simultaneously exacerbating the existing Gryffindor-Slytherin rivalry as Malfoy’s complaint is effectively dismissed.
170-172
The Great Hall Is Decorated With Live Bats And Pumpkins For Halloween
During Charms class, Hermione Granger successfully demonstrates the Levitation Charm, “Wingardium Leviosa,” contrasting with Ron’s struggles and sparking a heated exchange. Ron’s public criticism of Hermione leads to her retreat and signals the beginning of their complex friendship.
During Charms class, Hermione Granger successfully demonstrates the Levitation Charm, “Wingardium Leviosa,” contrasting with Ron’s struggles and sparking a heated exchange. Ron’s public criticism of Hermione leads to her retreat and signals the beginning of their complex friendship.
172-173
The Great Hall Is Thrown Into Chaos By Quirrell’s Troll Announcement
The Halloween feast takes a dramatic turn when Professor Quirrell announces the presence of a mountain troll within Hogwarts. Headmaster Dumbledore’s immediate instructions for student safety illustrate Hogwarts’ established emergency protocols.
The Halloween feast takes a dramatic turn when Professor Quirrell announces the presence of a mountain troll within Hogwarts. Headmaster Dumbledore’s immediate instructions for student safety illustrate Hogwarts’ established emergency protocols.
The Mirror of Erised [B1-C12]
194-195
The Great Hall Is Warm With Roaring Fires During Winter
With Hogwarts blanketed in snow, students anticipate the holidays. Fred and George Weasley charm snowballs to pelt Quirinus Quirrell’s turban, while Hagrid nurses storm-weary owls. Draco Malfoy mocks Harry for staying at Hogwarts during Christmas, but Harry looks forward to celebrating with Ron and the Weasleys.
With Hogwarts blanketed in snow, students anticipate the holidays. Fred and George Weasley charm snowballs to pelt Quirinus Quirrell’s turban, while Hagrid nurses storm-weary owls. Draco Malfoy mocks Harry for staying at Hogwarts during Christmas, but Harry looks forward to celebrating with Ron and the Weasleys.
Norbert the Norwegian Ridgeback [B1-C14]
240-240
The Corridor Near The Great Hall Sees The Team’s Stealthy Progress
With Ron incapacitated, Harry and Hermione take on the responsibility of delivering Norbert to Charlie’s friends. Hagrid, emotional about parting with the dragon, provides supplies for the journey. The pair prepares to transport the crate under the Invisibility Cloak.
With Ron incapacitated, Harry and Hermione take on the responsibility of delivering Norbert to Charlie’s friends. Hagrid, emotional about parting with the dragon, provides supplies for the journey. The pair prepares to transport the crate under the Invisibility Cloak.
The Forbidden Forest [B1-C15]
247-248
The Great Hall Serves As The Breakfast Setting Where The Notes Arrive
Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Neville Longbottom receive detention notices for their nighttime rule-breaking. They anxiously await their punishment, which will take place later that evening.
Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Neville Longbottom receive detention notices for their nighttime rule-breaking. They anxiously await their punishment, which will take place later that evening.
