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Upcoming Events

Summer Science Week: Life in Ancient Times

August 3, 2026

9:30AM - 12:00PM EDT

Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology (11 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge)

In Person

Monday–Friday, August 3–7 , 9:30 am–12:00 pm For children entering grades 1–3 Practice age-old skills used by early civilizations in Egypt, Europe, and Central America. Try cuneiform and hieroglyphics, recreate a working oil lamp, practice with stone-age...

children look closely in marked grassy lanes outside.

¡Celebremos Puerto Rico!

September 27, 2026

1:00PM - 4:00PM EDT

Harvard Museum of Natural History (26 Oxford Street) and Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology (11 Divinity Avenue)

In Person

Free All Ages Special Event Leer en español Celebrate Puerto Rico’s rich culture and natural wonders at the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture! Join us for a fun-filled day with music and fun. Jorge Arce & Humano deliver bomba and plena music to get you...

illustration of puerto rico map with symbols.

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Our Events

All events open to the public, except where noted. Regular admission rates apply. Events are added as they become available. In the meantime, browse some of our past events. The Day of the Dead/Día de Muertos celebration is an annual favorite.

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