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 bronze sculpture of intertwined hands in a park, with a discussion panel in the foreground.

Is the Constitution Broken?

Harvard legal scholars debate the state of our founding national document.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Elisabeth Remy Johnson playing a harp on stage, wearing a blue dress, with stage lights softly glowing in the background.

Harvard Harpist Creates Album of Women's Compositions

Harpist Elisabeth Remy Johnson’s extended reach

by Lydialyle Gibson

Frank Gevalt standing beside his detailed model city "Port Charles," featuring buildings, bridges, and an urban skyline.

From Harvard-Trained Architect to Miniature Diorama Builder

Fred Gevalt’s astonishing and intricate diorama

by Craig Lambert

A model of Notre-Dame cathedral with lights to represent temperature

Designing for “Changing Climates”

An exhibit on landscape architect Bas Smets

by Max J. Krupnick

Five Questions with Ashton Keen

Keen answers questions about her practice, pottery, and inspiration from poems.

by Lydialyle Gibson

view of rooftop buildings and a colorful roof painted blue and gold as an art display

Artists Respond to the Climate Crisis at the Lahore Biennale

At the Lahore Biennale, artists respond to the climate crisis. 

by Nina Pasquini

Marble House foyer decorated with a Christmas tree, poinsettias, and a large wreath on the staircase.

Holiday Decorations at Newport Mansions: The Breakers and Marble House in 2024

Newport’s mansions further festooned

by Nell Porter-Brown

Library looking room with bookcases and a red sofa and accent chairs

Urban Enchantment

Spend a holiday overnight in the city, with teas, trees, and festive toasts.

by Kara Baskin

Boston Camerata performing in 2022, with a conductor in front

The Boston Camerata Turns 70

Celebrating early music

by Nell Porter-Brown

a performance of Faye Driscoll's "Weathering," where ten figures are writhing around a rotating platform

Faye Driscoll’s 'Weathering': An Immersive Performance on Survival and the Climate Crisis at ICA Boston

Exploring emotional connections and the climate crisis 

by Nell Porter-Brown

Theatrical performance of H.M.S. Pinafore with actors in sailor costumes and a pink dress.

Harvard’s Gilbert and Sullivan Players, Then and Now

Students adapt the operettas to changing times.

by Nina Pasquini