Uncovering the Hidden Gems of Cambridges Culture Scene

Cambridge, MA is a city that is steeped in history and intellectualism. It has been the home to some of Americas brightest minds, including poets, writers, artists, scientists and entrepreneurs. The city offers an incredible cultural scene with its vast range of museums, theaters and concert venues that cater to all types of artistic tastes.

The Harvard Art Museums (32 Quincy St., Cambridge, MA 02138) are one such attraction it houses over 250 thousand works of art spanning several continents and periods. Visitors can experience everything from ancient South American textiles to contemporary paintings by renowned artists like Jackson Pollock.

For those who enjoy theater performances there is Central Square Theater (450 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge MA 02139), which hosts shows on topics such as social justice issues or political narratives important for audiences today. A bit further out but still worth considering is Oberon Stage at American Repertory Theater (2 Arrow St., Boston ,MA 02108).

Moving on from traditional art forms we have the curious Houghton Library Reading Room (Harvard Yard,Cambridge MA 02138), where visitors can see rare manuscripts ranging from Shakespearean playscripts to handwritten letters by Jane Austen herself!

If youre into music then Club Passim (47 Palmer Street,Cambridge, MA), known as the gold standard folk venue since the late 50s could be your jam! Folk musicians like Bob Dylan had played here back when he was just starting out.

Lastly if you prefer outdoorsy activities go check out Longfellow House Washingtons Headquarters National Historic Site(105 Brattle Street,Cambridge ,MA). This Georgianstyle mansion served as George Washingtons headquarters during Revolutionary War!

These hidden gems only scratch the surface however; make sure not miss their secret delights such as passing through alleyways filled with street art near the Redline station. Cambridge has an abundance of uncommon and unique experiences waiting to be discovered!

Websites:

Harvard Art Museums: www.harvardartmuseums.org

Central Square Theater: www.centralsquaretheater.org

Oberon Stage at American Repertory Theater :americanrepertorytheater.org/eventsshows/oberon/

Club Passim: passim.org

Twitter accounts that post information about events in Cambridge:

@CambridgeArts , @HarvardArtMuseu, @AmerRep, @clubpassim