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.

How J. Max Bond Jr. Honored Black History Through Architecture

A new book explores the Harvard-trained architect’s vision and impact, from Ground Zero to the Smithsonian.

by Brian D. Goldstein

Bruce Mau speaks to Harvard Graduate School of Design class of 2012

"Together, we will change the world," the designer tells the Class of 2012.

Phi Beta Kappa exercises 2012: Derek Bok on civics education; poet Kay Ryan

Poet and orator highlight Harvard's Phi Beta Kappa literary exercises.

American Academy of Arts and Letters awards to Harvard alumni

Alumni recognized by American Academy of Arts and Letters

Japanese nature painting exhibit is National Gallery's seventh most popular ever

Suite of Japanese nature paintings draws more visitors than 1976 King Tut exhibit

Andy Samberg and Barney Frank to speak at Harvard College Class Day 2012

Seniors will hear the congressman and the comedic actor on May 23.

Filmmaker William Kentridge's vision for art that resists rationality and limits

William Kentridge’s vision for art that resists rationality and limits

Breaking Boundaries exhibit showcases art-making in Harvard classrooms

Exhibition showcases art-making in Harvard classrooms

Harvard poets celebrated at a dramatic live reading

Showcasing works from the past century-plus

Tommy Lee Jones receives the Harvard Arts Medal

The actor collects the medal and discusses his career.