culture
New Art Center presents Día de los Muertos Celebration
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesJoin New Art Center, guest artists, and performers as we celebrate the Mexican holiday of Día de los Muertos! We will be remembering and celebrating the lives of loved ones…
Behind the Screen: Killers of the Flower Moon
West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United StatesWest Newton Cinema Foundation presents Join us for a conversation about the true events that inspired Martin Scorsese’s film adaptation of David Grann’s best-selling book by the same name. The…
Lunar New Year: Year of the Dragon
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesJoin the New Art Center as we celebrate the year of the dragon with a fun, FREE event for all ages! The year of the dragon is meant to bring…
Play at DK
Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds 286 Waverley Ave,, Newton, MAYou’re invited to Durant-Kenrick’s 10th birthday party! Join us for a free, fun-filled family day featuring a new scavenger hunt and garden guide, in-exhibit activities, outdoor games, and crafts. Whether…
Queer Open Studios at Night
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesJoin New Art Center on June 5 for Queer Open Studios! Located at our main location, this event will feature local queer community artists and makers, along with live music,…
Who Inspired Our School Names? A Newton Cemetery Tour
Newton Cemetery and Arboretum 791 Walnut St, Newton, Massachusetts, United StatesStroll through the Newton Cemetery and learn more about the namesakes of many of our city’s elementary and middle schools. Learn about their lives and see the final resting places…
Life at the Lake: A Crystal Lake Walking Tour
Ever wondered about the evolution of Crystal Lake? This Newton landmark has been a spot for ice harvesting, recreational activities, famous neighbors, preservation efforts, and more. During this early morning…
Walking Tour: Founding Newtonians in East Parish Burying Ground
How does a burying ground tell our local story? Ramble through East Parish Burying Ground as we visit the grave sites of some of Newton’s early English settlers and the…
Find Your Light
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesJoin the New Art Center in Newtonville for Find Your Light, celebrations of Kwanzaa and Chanukah. The event will take place on Saturday, December 7 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm at…
Historic Newton Presents Newton History Series: A Pressing Matter – 18th Century Media Literacy and Bias
Newton Free Library 330 Homer St, Newton, MA, United StatesMedia and information literacy are essential 21st-century skills in order to be an informed citizen. These are also skills that, when applied in a historical context, help us become better…