West Newton's home for arts and culture.
35 Webster Street, Newton, MA 02465
Originally the home of 19th-century abolitionist and educator Nathaniel T. Allen, the Newton Cultural Alliance opened The Allen Center in 2021 and hosts a variety of artistic and cultural events throughout the year.
Many thanks to the wonderful community members who have already contributed towards purchasing the 9' Steinway concert grand piano on our stage — on loan from M. Steinert & Sons! 
Upcoming Events
Jazz Legends Donna McElroy & George Russell Jr.
Get ready for an unforgettable night of jazz presented by Cherry Street Music! The Allen Center transforms into a cozy jazz club, with intimate table seating, drinks, and bar snacks to enjoy throughout the show. Legendary Boston jazz performers George Russell Jr. and Donna McElroy take the stage to inspire and delight as The Allen Center kicks off its 5th season, We the People: Finding Our Voices.
NEW DATE! Jazz Legends is now Saturday, October 3 at 7 p.m. Tickets purchased for September 26 are valid for the new date. Please email tickets@newtonculture.org to confirm whether you’ll be attending. We hope to see you there!
Sat, October 3, 7:00 PM
Music: Friends & Lovers
Cherry Street Music Founder and Artistic Director Allison Eldredge welcomes pianist Jonathan Bass and longtime friends from the Boston Symphony Orchestra—Alexander Velinzon, Tatiana Dimitriades, and Cathy Basrak—back, again, for an afternoon of rapturous music and musical friendship.
Sun, October 18, 3:00 PM
In The Galleries
Artwork by Gene Mackles
The main-floor and lower-level galleries showcase the oil paintings of Auburndale resident, game maker, and long-time WGBH designer, Gene Mackles.
On View Aug 27 - Nov 8
Nina Bellucci: Like Seeing Through Trees
The exhibit showcases the vibrant work of local mixed-media artist, Nina Bellucci, whose stretched canvases & banner paintings recall time spent in nature through the use of layers, reflective materials, and other delicate details.
