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.
The Artist Edward Gorey—and Pets—at Harvard
Winter exhibits at Houghton Library
Derek Bok of Harvard on U.S. higher education, reviewed by Richard Morrill
Derek Bok’s new book on higher education in America, reviewed by Richard Morrill
Recent books on inequality in Australia, Harvard math, life after law, and more
Recent books with Harvard connections
Book reviewer George Scialabba practices a radical craft
“One of America’s best all-round intellects” scrutinizes books.
Excerpt from "Fire and Light" by James MacGregor Burns
James MacGregor Burns, Ph.D. ’47, on intellect, governance, and the Enlightenment
Collaboration between Hitler and Hollywood Documented by Harvard's Urwand
A new book documents censorship by Hollywood at the bidding of Hitler's Nazi government.
Harvard researchers study technology's effect on adolescent development
Apps are shaping teens' notions of identity, intimacy, and imagination.
Harvard professor Daniel Lieberman discusses health and human evolution
The evolutionary biologist's new book addresses health and human evolution.
Reza Aslan discusses bestseller "Zealot" at Harvard Divinity School
The author discusses his bestseller, Zealot, at Harvard Divinity School.
Vice President Sarah Thomas shares her vision for the Harvard Library
The leader of the University-wide library system shares her vision for effecting strategic change.
Seamus Heaney has died
The Boylston professor of rhetoric and oratory emeritus honored Harvard through his teaching and his words.