Arts and Culture, Youth

The Harvard Film Archive's cinematheque presents films Friday through Monday nights year round. The HFA is known for screening films in the original formats and often hosting filmmakers in person.

The mission of the Margaret Fuller House is to strengthen and empower youth, families, and community residents.

The Peace Commission promotes peace and social justice within Cambridge and in the wider world.

We are for students between the ages of 4 and 13 in NH, MA, and VT. Our programs focus on vital STEM subjects and challenge kids to think creatively, problem-solve, and work to have fun!

We are a Reggio Emilia-influenced Jewish group of schools committed to building a strong educational foundation for our children through play, social collaboration, and exploration.

Award-winning and Nationally Recognized KIDS 4 CODING enters its 10th season with weekly on-campus programs ages 7-12 | Hosted by Cambridge Matignon High School & The Roxbury Latin School.

We offer a range of educational and recreational activities in a safe afterschool environment where all are welcome.

We empower middle and high schoolers from diverse backgrounds to become future scientists/engineers by advancing access and equity in STEM through transformative, pre-college experiences.

Using exhibitions, hands-on activities, and renowned collections, we inspire people of all ages about the possibilities and opportunities offered by science and technology.

Find It Cambridge is a search tool that helps people find services and activities in Cambridge.

The Recreation Department provides quality, affordable and accessible recreational opportunities for residents of all ages in well-designed and maintained facilities.

We have programs for boys and girls (Cub Scout Pack for K-5 children and Scout Troop and Venture Crew for 6th grade through 20 years). Join us for weekly meetings and outdoor adventures.

Outside of our college programs we offer community programs to prepare youth artists, designers, and educators to shape communities, economies, and cultures for the common good.

Beyond the 4th Wall offers musical theatre programs and training in acting, singing, and dancing for youth ages 4-18.

Keyboardist Dave Bryant, a long-time Cambridge resident, has established "Third Thursdays with Dave Bryant and Friends", a monthly harmolodic jazz series held at the Harvard-Epworth Church.

CitySprouts introduces school gardens as a core element of children's public education.

We entertain and inform people about the uniquely American art of Jazz through exceptional live performances and to provide inspiration and scholarships for young musicians in Cambridge.

The MIT Educational Studies Program (ESP) hosts events for local middle/high school students and the MIT community.

Cambridge STEAM Initiative aims to engage all residents in Cambridge in quality STEAM learning experiences, regardless of economic and social barriers.

We manage and operate the Franklin Park Zoo in Boston and the Stone Zoo in Stoneham, Massachusetts.

Learn about the wonders of our natural world!

Mass Audubon protects 38,000 acres of land throughout Massachusetts, saving birds and other wildlife, and making nature accessible to all.

We are a sewing studio and fabric and yarn shop with Cambridge's only stitch lounge to help you craft your goals.

CCTV (cctvcambridge.org) is the community media center serving Cambridge.

Explore the cultures of the ancient Near East (Israelites, Phoenicians, Egyptians, Arameans, Babylonians, Arabs, and many others). Visit the website to see family programs.

We are a community-based organizations teaching young people about science and empowering them to develop positive changes for the environment through engaging, hands-on science and kid-led projects.

The Central Square BID, a 501c3 non-profit, works to create space and opportunities for local residents, artists, and entrepreneurs to benefit from the richness of Central Square's Cultural District.