The Cambridge Museum of History & Culture

The Cambridge Museum of History & Culture is a community museum effort dedicated to sharing Cambridge’s past in an accessible way with residents and visitors. Through diverse educational programming, it encourages people to engage with local history and to explore the stories of who the city’s people were, who they are and who they want to be. Its work so far has included programming and pop-up exhibits rather than a permanent gallery.

The Cambridge Museum Committee has spent several years planning the museum’s future, including a search for a permanent building where it can grow into a full community-centered institution. Members have visited and studied many sites across the city, from community spaces to vacant city buildings, both public and private. The group describes its approach as “building as we climb,” developing programs and partnerships while the search continues.

What to Know

• Supporters can sign a petition urging the City of Cambridge to establish a museum of Cambridge history.
• Partner organizations support its education and workforce development work.
• It is listed by the Harvard Square Business Association.