Spend a Sunday afternoon at 450 Harrison Ave, and meet the artists directly. Family friendly and free event. Plenty of parking is available. SoWa Artists Guild Facebook/SoWa Artists Guild Instagram/SoWa Artists Guild
Help spread the holiday cheer by joining the City of Boston, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park for our annual trellis lighting in the North End's Christopher Columbus Park! The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the…
Join us for Boston's newest holiday tradition! A special children’s celebration will be held on Saturday, November 29, at 4 p.m. at the Smith Family Waterfront in the Seaport District and Fort Point neighborhood when the Friends of Martin’s Park and the Boston Parks and…
Mayor Michelle Wu, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, and title sponsor The Province of Nova Scotia will host Boston’s signature holiday celebration, the 84th annual Boston Common Tree Lighting, on Thursday, December 4, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Boston Common, adjacent to…
On the First Friday of every month, the artists, galleries, shops and showrooms of the SoWa Art + Design District in the South End open their doors to the public for an evening of art, culture and inspiration. Meet the artists in their element, view the latest gallery…
Whether you’re shopping, dining out, or just going for a walk, pedestrian-only days on Newbury Street are a Boston summer staple. Newbury Street is a mile-long, eight block stretch of shops, salons, galleries and restaurants. This famous Boston street becomes a pedestrian-only…
Since 1976, Boston’s First Night has been a New Year’s Eve celebration of artistic performances, the wonders of the season, and the beginning of a new year. In keeping with this fantastic Boston tradition, the First Night celebration will open 2025 with an array of performances…
Join us at our annual Puerto Rican Festival Cultural Pageant at Florian Hall where we'll crown this year's Miss Puerto Rico! The Pageant serves as the cornerstone event of the Festival Puertorriqueño, aimed at empowering girls and young women of Puerto Rican heritage to become…
Boston Harbor is the site of The Tall Ships return for Sail Boston®! This spectacular event offers crews, cadets and visitors from all over the world an unforgettable experience and a world-class maritime celebration. Come and see why Tall Ships America named Boston its 2009 and…
The annual Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts will be held on July 24-26, 2026 at Franklin Park! Come immerse yourself in our rich Puerto Rican culture and enjoy music performances, delicious Puerto Rican food from several vendors, carnival rides, local arts & crafts, and…
The Bunker Hill Museum’s exhibits and dioramas tell the stories of the Battle of Bunker Hill, the construction of the Monument, and the history of the Charlestown Neighborhood. The museum is housed in the old Charlestown branch of the Boston Public Library. Guests can request…
The Commonwealth Museum brings history alive through exhibits and educational programs. Changing exhibits interpret artifacts and documents that illuminate Massachusetts history. The exhibits featured are typically focused on the work and words of men like John Hancock, Samuel…
Founded in 1791, the Massachusetts Historical Society is the nation's oldest historical society. The collections bring alive the stories of America's past through a series of changing exhibitions and public programs that are free to the public. Availability: Monday…
The State House Art Collection commemorates significant historical events, and pays tribute to government leaders and private citizens who have helped shape the course of the Commonwealth. The Massachusetts State House Art Collection dates back to the eighteenth century and is…
McMullen Museum exhibitions, more than ninety over three decades, comprise works loaned from institutions and collectors around the world. Research-driven with the aim of generating new knowledge on subjects relating to all areas of art history, exhibitions are curated by…
MOBA is the world's only museum dedicated to the collection, exhibition, and celebration of art that would not be welcomed to any traditional art museum. Our collection includes sincere art in which something has gone wrong in a way that results in a compelling, interesting…
Take a free tour of the Massachusetts State House! Tours are offered by the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s office and are led by knowledgeable guides. Tours include visits to the Senate and House chambers, the State Library and many other historic areas of the building. Access…
The Paul S. Russell, MD Museum of Medical History and Innovation tells the rich story of Massachusetts General Hospital's two centuries of history. Visit us to learn about the hospital's important contributions to the medical field and see how these discoveries and advancements…
Old Ironsides is one of the most famous ships in the history of the United States. Learn about the legacy of the USS Constitution ship, the world's oldest commissioned warship, at the USS Constitution Museum. The museum of this historic vessel is open to the public for free…
The Waterworks Museum interprets unique stories of the country's first metropolitan water system through exhibitions and educational programs on engineering, architecture, social history, and public health. Located along the Chestnut Hill reservoir, the Waterworks Museum…
The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy today announced the commission and upcoming installation of the next Dewey Square mural from artist Jeffrey Gibson next month. Gibson, a member of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians and of Cherokee descent, is celebrated globally for his…
This astronomical observatory owned and operated by Boston University. It's located on the roof of the College of Arts & Sciences and offers free public hours on Wednesday nights. • Although it won’t cost you a dime, you do need to obtain tickets ahead of time because there…
The ICA is free for all visitors every Thursday from 5 to 9 PM. Tickets for Free Thursday Nights will be available at icaboston.org/tickets at 10 AM on that Thursday morning. Beginning May 29, in line with the latest guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and…
The Boston Fire Museum houses some of the oldest devices used to fight fires in Boston. In addition to buckets, trumpets, and fire grenades, you will also see some of the earliest examples of fire engines – some dating back to 1793. Tour Availability: Saturday Saturday…
Join us for a vibrant celebration of creativity at our Open Studios event! Featuring over 40 talented artists, this family-friendly event showcases a dazzling array of artistic mediums, from stunning paintings and intricate sculptures to sparkling jewelry and unique ceramics…
On the First Friday of every month, the artists, galleries, shops and showrooms of the SoWa Art + Design District in the South End open their doors to the public for an evening of art, culture and inspiration. Meet the artists in their element, view the latest gallery…
Free every day (open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am–5pm) and just steps away from Harvard Square, the Harvard Art Museums welcome visitors from around the corner and around the world to enjoy one of the largest and most renowned art collections in North America. Masterpieces from…
The mission of the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture is to foster curiosity and a spirit of discovery in visitors of all ages, enhancing public understanding of and appreciation for the natural world, science, and human cultures. The Harvard Museums of Science…
Help spread the holiday cheer by joining the City of Boston, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park for our annual trellis lighting in the North End's Christopher Columbus Park! The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the…
Join us for Boston's newest holiday tradition! A special children’s celebration will be held on Saturday, November 29, at 4 p.m. at the Smith Family Waterfront in the Seaport District and Fort Point neighborhood when the Friends of Martin’s Park and the Boston Parks and…
Bright Beats & Festive Cheer: The Boston Landing Holiday Tree Lighting is finally here! Join us Wednesday, December 3rd from 4:00 -7:00 pm. Date: Wednesday, December 3 Event Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Tree Lighting: 6:00 PM - 6:15 PM Location: Athletes Park…
Mayor Michelle Wu, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, and title sponsor The Province of Nova Scotia will host Boston’s signature holiday celebration, the 84th annual Boston Common Tree Lighting, on Thursday, December 4, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Boston Common, adjacent to…
Since 1976, Boston’s First Night has been a New Year’s Eve celebration of artistic performances, the wonders of the season, and the beginning of a new year. In keeping with this fantastic Boston tradition, the First Night celebration will open 2025 with an array of performances…
Boston Harbor is the site of The Tall Ships return for Sail Boston®! This spectacular event offers crews, cadets and visitors from all over the world an unforgettable experience and a world-class maritime celebration. Come and see why Tall Ships America named Boston its 2009 and…
Emmanuel Music is one of the only organizations in the world that regularly performs Bach's cantatas within the liturgical context for which they were intended. The Sunday Eucharist at Emmanuel Church begins at 10:00 AM with the cantata performance beginning just before the…
Join us for free open-level Spanish informal conversation workshops. In-person. All levels welcome! >Viernes, del 07 de noviembre al 12 de diciembre* >De 5pm a 6 pm Mándenos un correo confirmando su asistencia o inscríbase en nuestro evento ¡Viernes Felices! * Las fechas…
This tour provides an opportunity to visit and interact with the spaces that influential Black women in Cambridge inhabited during the 19th century. These historical figures include Harriet Jacobs, Charlotte Hawkins Brown, Alberta V. Scott, Pauline Hopkins, Maria Baldwin, Mary…
In honor of the 20th Anniversary of the Boston Women’s Memorial, special recordings have been created for the statues of prominent women's rights advocates, enabling the statues to speak! This memorial, which is also one of the stops on the Boston Women's Heritage Trail…
Take a free tour of the Massachusetts State House! Tours are offered by the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s office and are led by knowledgeable guides. Tours include visits to the Senate and House chambers, the State Library and many other historic areas of the building. Access…
Join us for free tours of the original Romanesque church (The Mother Church Original, 1894) and the Byzantine-Renaissance extension (The Mother Church Extension, 1906), which houses one of the world’s largest pipe organs. Friday: 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Saturday…
Join us for a free tour of Quincy Market's history, geography, and architecture. The guided tour occurs on Saturdays at 11am. Meet your tour guide, Linda Perlman, in front of Starbucks at 8 North Market.
The Story of Boston told on the Freedom Trail from the beginnings of the City on a hill to the haunts of rebels and rascals who shaped modern Boston. A two-hour one-man show by an expert tour guide, witty, informative and engaging. The tour is on a gratuity's basis.
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