Arts & Culture

Explore Harvard’s vibrant arts scene—from campus exhibitions and theater to cultural analysis and literary reviews. Discover how creativity shapes the Harvard experience.

A theatrical reenactment explores a 1976 clash between science and democracy.

by Laurel M. Shugart

Why we eat what we do

“Resetting the Table,” a new exhibit at the Peabody Museum, examines American food traditions. 

by Jacob Sweet

The Harvard Band: a celebratory centennial history in brief

The Harvard Band celebrates a century.

by Sol Hurwitz

In Somerville, Bow Market’s unique vibe

Somerville’s Bow Market makes its mark.

by Nell Porter-Brown

A.O. Scott on the Value of Movie Reviews

The longtime New York Times film critic navigates the changing world of moviemaking—and moviegoing.

by Craig Lambert

Profile of comedian-magician Harrison Greenbaum

For Harrison Greenbaum, it began with “Pick a card….”

by Lydialyle Gibson

Ali Sethi finds his voice in classical Pakistani music

Singer Ali Sethi finds his voice in classical Pakistani music.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Recent books with Harvard connections

Recent books with Harvard connections

Preserving craft and farm skills at Sanborn Mills Farm

Promoting craftsmanship and agrarian skills in an idyllic New Hampshire setting

by Nell Porter-Brown