Black Voices of the Revolution: Liberty, Emancipation, and the Struggle for Independence is now open! What do you do when a country cries out for liberty—but won’t offer it to you? In the shadowed alleys and crowded docks of Revolutionary-era Boston, Black men and women—enslaved and free—listened as white colonists thundered about freedom. They heard…
Explore the art of Boston’s African American Master Artists-in-Residence Program (AAMARP) during a guided tour of Say It Loud: AAMARP, 1977 to Now. Led by a Graduate Student Lecturer, deepen your understanding of exhibition themes and select artists through guided close looking and discussion. FREE with museum admission or membership; no pre-registration required. Tour meets on 4th floor. Are there access accommodations that would be useful to help…
Across many regions of Asia, temples serve as a site of ritual and ceremony, offering protection for ancestors and their descendants of the land. This exhibition invites you to invoke and honor Chinatown as a temple that holds ancestral histories and dreams. The segregated burial grounds at Mt Hope Cemetery, the bulldozing of neighborhood life…
“What can I reveal that has not been shown? Black people — not entertaining, just being, living. Letting people deal with that as reality.” — Derrick Adams This first mid-career survey of the prolific New York–based artist Derrick Adams (b. 1970 in Baltimore) offers a sweeping view of his multidisciplinary practice over twenty years. Adams…
This exhibit sheds light on the overlooked histories of Black, Native, and multiracial men and women who fought, labored, and led in the struggle for American independence across all thirteen colonies. Through documents, personal narratives, and digital interactives, the exhibition uncovers the courage and resilience of those whose contributions helped shape a new nation, even…
Come see the lost and forgotten Jewish origins of the original tarot cards. In this first-time exhibit, Torah student Stav Appel explores tarot cards through a Jewish lens, theorizing they were illustrated by Jews trying to retain their Jewish practice following the Spanish Inquisition. Stav's book, The Torah in the Tarot, is available to purchase from Ayin Press.
Sing Out Strong: Revolutionary Voices. Texts by Lokosh (Chickasaw Nation) and Jasmine Goodspeed (Hassanamisco Nipmuc). Set to music by 11 composers selected from a national call. Performed by Hannah Shanefield (soprano), Felicia Galivanes (mezzo), Jasmine Goodspeed (vocalist), Tim Steele (piano). Thirty days before America turns 250 — and Indigenous voices are how we mark it.
Ticket required; contact erika@embraceboston.org to inquire about free tickets. As Boston approaches the 250th anniversary of American independence, Everyone250 reimagines commemoration and honors the full diversity of the communities that have shaped both Boston and the nation. The Monuments and Markers initiative will commemorate historically significant sites through a collaborative, community-driven process, establishing permanent public…
Black Declaration of Independence Saturday, June 6, 2026 @ 7:00PM | Hibernian Hall World premieres of vocal chamber works by Yaz Lancaster, Kevin Day, and Joe Williams, commissioned by Castle of our Skins in honor of America 250, embodying themes of liberation, identity, and community. Supported by City of Boston Neighborhood And Downtown…
From Stonewall to the dance floor, RISE is a celebration of resistance, resilience, and radical joy. With anthems of courage and liberation, BGMC honors the journey of our community and the voices that inspire us to live out loud. This is your call to action — and your invitation to the party. Showtimes Saturday, June 6,…
From Stonewall to the dance floor, RISE is a celebration of resistance, resilience, and radical joy. With anthems of courage and liberation, BGMC honors the journey of our community and the voices that inspire us to live out loud. This is your call to action — and your invitation to the party. Showtimes Saturday, June 6,…
The second annual performance of Act Worthy of Yourselves, hosted by the King’s Chapel History Program. This reimagining of Dr. Joseph Warren’s funeral explores themes of abolition through the lens of Lancaster Hill, Prince Hall, and the role of women. --- April 1776. The British army has finally left Boston. Now, nearly a year after…
You are invited to attend the Historical Marker unveiling for "A Dedication to the Boston Public Schools Desegregation Movement" on June 11 at 12:15pm outside of 15 Beacon Street, the former headquarters of the Boston School Department and Boston School Committee. This unveiling will be held on the anniversary of the "14 Demands" for educational…
In a house filled with memory, an unexpected bond brings healing, hope, and the courage to move on. Abasiama Ufot, still living in the house of her deceased husband, forms an unexpected spiritual bond with Azell Abernathy, a soft-spoken, church-going carpenter. As their connection deepens, and Abasiama’s house–and soul–become clearer, she comes to understand the…
Hyde Park’s 6th Annual Juneteenth Joy Celebration: Dance, Dance, Dance – The Diaspora! Get ready to celebrate freedom, culture, and community at the 6th Annual Juneteenth Joy Celebration in Hyde Park! Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10 AM to 3 PM for a day filled with vibrant performances, delicious food, exciting prizes, exhibits, and family-friendly activities — all…
Join us for the Annual Boston Black Pride Health Summit An afternoon centered around community, health & wellness, resources, connection, and empowerment. Come connect, learn, and celebrate with us! 📅 June 13, 2026 🕛 12PM – 4PM 📍 Lena Park Community Center Registration is officially open now don’t wait to…
Inspired by the profound words of the spiritual “Were You There?” this two-day event brings together film, music, and dialogue to illuminate the often-overlooked stories of Black revolutionary women throughout history. Day One: Screening & Conversation A thought-provoking film screening, followed by a lecture and discussion, invites audiences to engage with these narratives and their…
Journey to Beacon Hill’s North Slope at the turn of the 20th century. Explore the lives of its Jewish residents during a period of cultural and architectural change. Uncover how Boston’s Jewish immigrants created an active community that blended customs from Eastern Europe and changes to the new world around them. Discover sites where Boston’s…
From Stonewall to the dance floor, RISE is a celebration of resistance, resilience, and radical joy. With anthems of courage and liberation, BGMC honors the journey of our community and the voices that inspire us to live out loud. This is your call to action — and your invitation to the party. Showtimes Saturday, June 6,…
Inspired by the profound words of the spiritual “Were You There?” this two-day event brings together film, music, and dialogue to illuminate the often-overlooked stories of Black revolutionary women throughout history. Day One: Screening & Conversation A thought-provoking film screening, followed by a lecture and discussion, invites audiences to engage with these narratives and their…
Boston’s vibrant arts and wellness communities will come together for Harmony and Healing: A Community Wellness Arts Activation, a two-night immersive experience at the historic Strand Theatre in Dorchester. This powerful event blends conversation, creativity, and community engagement to explore how the expressive arts can uplift, connect, and heal. Produced by We Move in Color…
The Roxbury International Film Festival (ROXFILM) is the largest festival in New England celebrating people of color around the world. In person and online, the festival presents narrative and documentary features, shorts, animation, experimental, and youth films. The festival holds workshops, panels, discussions with filmmakers, and networking opportunities. ROXFILM is a competitive festival. This year,…
Boston’s vibrant arts and wellness communities will come together for Harmony and Healing: A Community Wellness Arts Activation, a two-night immersive experience at the historic Strand Theatre in Dorchester. This powerful event blends conversation, creativity, and community engagement to explore how the expressive arts can uplift, connect, and heal. Produced by We Move in Color…
Join your neighbors from across the South Shore at the Bandstand at the Hingham Harbor on Friday, June 19, 2026 to celebrate Juneteenth Freedom Day with free family fun for ALL! This year, the Hingham Unity Council is partnering with members of the South Shore Unity Council to produce this event, including Abington ASPIRE, Duxbury…
We are thrilled to welcome everyone to this family- friendly event! Please note that selling food or beverages is not allowed at the event To ensure everyone has space to enjoy the event, each party is limited to one 12 x12 ft. section We kindly ask that attendees refrain from displaying any political campaign signs…
Join us for the second ASPIRING TALKS event of 2026! This is an opportunity and platform for Asian and Asian American women to share their stories, skills, and personal experiences with the community. We hope participants will connect with other Asian American women, continue to explore aspects of their identity, and have meaningful conversations in…
Queer AAPI Prom is back for its third year! Join us for a night of karaoke, dancing, and joy for our intersectional community. 📍 Stage Karaoke - 138 Brighton Ave, Allston, MA 02134 🗓️ June 21st at 7:00pm Tickets coming soon! Follow NAAAP on Insta @naaap_boston for more information.
Journey to Beacon Hill’s North Slope at the turn of the 20th century. Explore the lives of its Jewish residents during a period of cultural and architectural change. Uncover how Boston’s Jewish immigrants created an active community that blended customs from Eastern Europe and changes to the new world around them. Discover sites where Boston’s…
MOMENTUM is a series of free and paid citywide events that lifts up Greater Boston’s Creative Economy over five days. Through partnership and collaboration, MOMENTUM celebrates unapologetic dopeness, creativity, and joy across culture, arts, entertainment, entrepreneurship, and social impact. We hope to create MOMENTUM within our communities and with creatives to spark new waves of collaboration, partnership and connection so that culture…
As Boston approaches the 250th anniversary of American independence, Everyone250 reimagines commemoration and honors the full diversity of the communities that have shaped both Boston and the nation. The Monuments and Markers initiative will commemorate historically significant sites through a collaborative, community-driven process, establishing permanent public markers that honor the spaces where cultural memory and…
Michelle “Ice” Edwards, a Boston South End Native, is one of the first women to play in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). As a youth participating in local basketball programs, Edwards honed her skills at our beloved Titus Sparrow Park earning her an impactful professional career in basketball. In 2014, her amazing talents and…
Celebrate Culture. Build Community. Thrive Together. Celebrate culture, food, and community at One Boston multicultural family fair. Join us for the One Boston Multicultural Family Fair, a vibrant, family-friendly event bringing together cultures from across Boston for an afternoon of food, music, art, and community connection. This is more than an event—it’s a celebration of the…
The United States turns 250 - And we are bringing the city of Boston to life with culture, music, and community. Together we’ll honor our history, amplify Black LGBTQ+ voices, and celebrate our brilliance with pride and power. When you purchase an all access pass you will receive: Entry into all of weekend events…
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