Harvard Squared

A guide to the arts and culture, history, cuisine, and natural beauty of Cambridge, Boston, and beyond.
Beau McCall, at left, wearing Button Jacket: Born in Philly, Made in Harlem, circa 1988, and his partner, Souleo, wearing Button Jacket: Stacked Sleeves, circa early 1990s-2021

Art Made Out of Buttons

Works by Harlem-based artist Beau McCall at Brockton's Fuller Craft Museum

by Nell Porter-Brown

Two MAD Magazine covers

MAD Magazine at the Norman Rockwell Museum

An illustrative retrospective at the Norman Rockwell Museum 

by Nell Porter-Brown

sailing in Boston Harbor

Boston Does Watersports Right

Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned sailor, Boston offers plenty of ways to get out on the water this summer.

by Kara Baskin

Painting of bold purple tones reflecting experience of music

MASS MoCA Exhibition on the Experience of Jazz

Works by Jason Moran at MASS MoCA

by Nell Porter-Brown

People gathered at a long, outdoor dining table set with wine glasses, candles, and flowers.

Food Tours and More in Pioneer Valley Massachusetts

A local-food lovers’ paradise

by Nell Porter-Brown

mural of dinosaurs and boy touching a fossil

Springfield Dinosaur Eggs Museum Exhibit

A new exhibit featuring fossilized dinosaur eggs and nests from around the world.

by Nell Porter-Brown

wall painted creatively with vibrant colors

Art in Bloom

Let Harvard Square’s creative scene move you with walking tours and more. 

by Kara Baskin

group of Harvard graduates in cap and gown celebrate

The 373rd Harvard College Commencement Exercises and Alumni Events

The 373rd Harvard College Commencement Exercises and all activities.

Pouring the creamy “Sai Gon Latte” at Cicada Coffee Bar in Central Square

What is the Best Breakfast and Lunch in Harvard Square?

The cafés and restaurants of Harvard Square sure to impress for breakfast and lunch.

by Nell Porter-Brown

Kitchen at Whittier Birthplace with round wood table and 4 chairs and wood surround fireplace

Civil War American Writer and Abolitionist John Greenleaf Whittier

Homes of the poet and abolitionist, whose verses were said to have inspired Abraham Lincoln. 

by Nell Porter-Brown

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An evening of figure skating, jazz music, Norton Lecturer Steve McQueen—and more

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