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Harvard Art Museums at Night

People gather in small groups in a crowded museum courtyard, which is lined by arches and has three levels. A large metal sculpture hangs from the center.
Photo: Caitlin Cunningham Photography

Special Event

In-Person
Harvard Art Museums
32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA,

Join us for an evening of art, fun, food, and more! This event is free and open to everyone. This month’s installment is extra special, because we’ll be celebrating the opening of the exhibition Future Minded: New Works in the Collection.

Gather with friends and mingle inside our Italian-inspired courtyard while taking in the smooth sounds from DJ C-Zone. Browse the museum shop and chat over a snack or drink for purchase from local vendors. The featured vendor is craft brewery favorite Aeronaut Brewing Company, along with Mama O’s Bakery. Catch short Spotlight Tours celebrating Future Minded: New Works in the Collection, and find out how you can win museum merch! Also, check out a special pop-up exhibit of archival materials celebrating Women’s History Month that focuses on the impact of women at the Harvard Art Museums during the 20th century.

And of course, wander the galleries to take in our world-class art collections—over 50 galleries to explore! Don’t forget to check out the current exhibitions.

After you’ve explored the galleries, circle back to see what’s happening in the courtyard.

Harvard Art Museums at Night takes place the last Thursday of every month (holidays permitting), from 5 to 9pm. Each night features a new mix of local talent and community partners to make this a festive occasion for all.

When arriving, enter via Quincy Street. In inclement weather, please use the Prescott entrance as it provides extra shelter. Advance registration is encouraged, but walk-in visitors are always welcome. Please note that space may be limited due to capacity. Registration opens two weeks before the event.

Visit the museum website for the latest visitor policies and parking information. The Harvard Art Museums are now offering free admission every day, Tuesday through Sunday.

WBUR is the media partner for Harvard Art Museums at Night. This event is part of ArtsThursdays, a university-wide initiative supported by Harvard University Committee on the Arts (HUCA).

The Harvard Art Museums are committed to accessibility for all visitors. For anyone requiring accessibility accommodations for our programs, please contact us at am_register@harvard.edu at least 48 hours in advance.

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