Posts Tagged ‘North Cambridge’
Outdoor Skating in Cambridge
By Annette LaMond, 2026 Bring Back Outdoor Skating in Cambridge:Let’s Revive the Tradition of Skating in the Parks1 The winter of the 2024–25 was a classic for outdoor skating – cold temperatures with little snow. One-hundred years ago, even sixty years ago, such weather would have been enjoyed by skaters in parks across Cambridge. The…
Read MoreOctober 23: Culinary Crossroads: A Fundraiser for History Cambridge
Explore Cambridge’s Iconic Foods, Past and Present Thursday, October 23, 2025Cambridge School of Culinary Arts (2020 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140) The Culinary Crossroads fundraiser for History Cambridge at the Cambridge School of Culinary Arts (CSCA) was a success—we met our fundraising goal! These funds will directly support public history programs accessible to all residents…
Read MoreMay 17: Born in North Cambridge: A Guided Tour
Saturday, May 17, 20252-3:30 pmFree; registration requiredLimited space availableWeather date: Sunday, May 18 at 2 pm As of Friday, May 16, this event is taking place rain or shine! About the tour Join authors Karen Weintraub and Michael Kuchta for a series of free tours exploring Cambridge’s legacy of innovation, adaptation, and revolutionary ideas. Based…
Read MoreMarch 12: History Hang at Paddy’s Lunch
Wednesday, March 126-8 pmPaddy’s Lunch260 Walden StreetFree! Didn’t make it to our holiday party last December? Or maybe you just love hanging out at Cambridge’s oldest women-owned bar? Join us at Paddy’s for a casual get-together before the St. Patrick’s Day crowds arrive. We’ll be chatting with owner Ruth Allen about her experiences as a…
Read MoreHistory of poorhouses reflects changing attitudes toward those on the margins of society
By Heli Meltsner, 2024 This year, as part of its exploration of North Cambridge, History Cambridge highlights the ways in which the neighborhood has historically been home to industries and institutions Cantabrigians needed but wanted to push to the edges of the city’s boundaries. Slaughterhouses, tanneries and brickyards were all necessary industries, but those in the…
Read More‘The corner of the city he calls home’: North Cambridge through the eyes of Charlie Sullivan
By Marieke Van Damme, 2024 No matter what era you’re in, some things are universal – such as young people enjoying a good time. Where did North Cambridge teenagers go to party in the mid-1970s? Some went to a vacant, overgrown area near the train tracks just out of Porter Square, the site of a horrific…
Read MoreThanks and “See you later” North Cambridge
In 2024, our Neighborhood History Center initiative immersed us in the heart of North Cambridge. This vibrant community, brimming with close-knit families, beloved institutions and burgeoning gems, embraced us warmly. Our two-month pop-up History Center at 2322 Massachusetts Ave. was a triumph, thanks to the enthusiastic welcome from longtime residents and newcomers. Countless friendly faces,…
Read MoreAll About Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins
Biography of Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins (1859-1930) Courtesy of Ira Dworkin, Department of English, Texas A&M University Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins, who was born in Portland, Maine, in 1859, is best known for four novels and numerous short stories which she published between 1900 and 1903. Her best-known work, the novel Contending Forces: A Romance Illustrative of Negro…
Read MoreOctober 17: Beyond Her Time: The Visionary Works of Pauline Hopkins
About the event Thursday, October 17Cambridge Public Library Main Branch, 449 Broadway A discussion between Dr. Susan Tomlinson, Associate Professor of English at UMass Boston and Dr. Max L. Chapnick, adjunct professor at Northeastern University; moderated by Virginia Pye, Cambridge-based author. This event was in partnership with the Cambridge Public Library and the Cambridge Black…
Read MoreOct 23: Party at Pemberton: A Fundraiser for History Cambridge
Thank you to all who came out for our Party at Pemberton. We had a wonderful time learning about the history of the store and creating community. The hospitality of Greg Saidnawey and his team are unmatched! Guests left with delicious treats from Spindler Confections and a greater appreciation for this special neighborhood space. Your…
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