Family Activities, Disabilities and Special Needs

Atrium is a progressive PreK – Grade 8 independent day school located in Watertown, MA, embodying the motto of “Excellence with Joy.”

From towering Native American totem poles and large Maya sculptures to precious artifacts of the ancient world, the Peabody Museum is among the first anthropology museums in the world.

The Harvard Museums of Science & Culture fosters a spirit of discovery in visitors of all ages, enhancing public understanding of and appreciation for the natural world, science, and human cultures.

The Harvard Museum of Natural History is a natural history museum housed in the University Museum Building, located on the campus of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

We provide a warm, stimulating early-school experience in a joyful, loving environment built upon a foundation of trusting relationships with a diverse group of children and families.

We help people who are experiencing homelessness and housing problems in Cambridge.

We are the largest anti-sexual violence organization in the United States with programs that prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.

We are a federal agency providing leadership, grants, training, technical assistance and more to improve the nation’s crime prevention capacity, assist victims, and enhance the rule of law.

We access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages; enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities.

General admission is free for every visitor. We look forward to seeing you!

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

We offer accessible programs for children, work experiences for teens, advocacy and resources for caregivers, and most importantly, community through afterschool, summer camps, and other activities.

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

We run one of the oldest nursery school cooperatives in the country. Our teachers and parents have fostered curiosity, self-reliance, and excitement in generations of children (ages 2Y 9M - 5 years).

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

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

We support youth with special needs in afterschool and summer programs so that they can have a successful experience.

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

We provide afterschool care for children in Cambridge.

The Healthy Children Task Force (HCTF) is a community coalition of parents and professionals, formed in 1990, who meet monthly to promote the health of children in Cambridge.

The Highland Street Foundation is committed to addressing the most pressing needs and concerns for children and families in Massachusetts and California. We provide access and opportunities in educati

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.

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

We are the oldest nationally-focused bi+ organization in the U.S. that advocates for bisexual visibility and raises awareness about bisexuality throughout the LGBT and straight communities.

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

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

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.