June 9: Secret Gardens Tour

The Secret Gardens of Cambridge, presented on alternate years, is a signature fundraising event of the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library. Come see our garden! The Hooper-Lee-Nichols House, headquarters of History Cambridge, will once again be a stop on the tour. Hear about our recent native plantings from our incredible partners, the Cambridge Plant…

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Cambridge Love Letters

Red envelope with words "Cambridge Love Letters" written on white paper coming out of envelope

In June 2021, History Cambridge held and event called “Cambridge Love Letters” at Starlight Square. We asked members of the larger Cambridge community to send us their love letters to the city. These are some of the submissions. Dear Cambridge, When I first arrived in your port twenty-one years ago, I had no idea how…

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