Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology

New Exhibition
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Friday, May 15, 2026–Sunday, March 21, 2027
Peabody Museum of Archaeology &amp; Ethnology, 11 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge

Created over the course of fourteen years, Azadeh Akhlaghi’s project stages and photographs pivotal moments from Iran’s tumultuous twentieth-century history. Drawing on meticulous archival research and her background in cinema, she casts professional and nonprofessional actors and photographs each scene from multiple angles to reimagine historical events as complex tableaux, set in real locations in Iran.&nbsp;

In sixteen images—three presented as large-scale prints—Akhlaghi depicts eleven pivotal incidents highlighting the cycle of successful and failed efforts by Iranians to reclaim control of their country between 1908—when the Shah quashed the first National Assembly—and 1979, when the monarchy was overthrown and Islamic rule began.

Photo: Detail of The First Iranian Women’s Movement, Dr. Kahhal’s Office, Tehran | December 1, 1911 © Azadeh Akhlaghi

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From Iran: A Visual Testimony

New Exhibition
From Iran: A Visual Testimony
Friday, May 15, 2026–Sunday, March 21, 2027
Peabody Museum of Archaeology &...

In-Person Youth Program, ages 13-18
Advance registration required.
Throughout history, bugs have played a role in cuisines around the world. Teens ages 13–18 are invited to explore how insects add flavor, protein, and texture to meals. Guided by guest speaker and insect enthusiast Javier Marin, participants will visit the Harvard Museum of Natural History galleries to learn about different species and their habitats. An insect snack will be available for those brave enough to try.
Teen Saturdays Workshops are offered bilingually in Spanish and English. They are designed to build community and improve the museum experience for multicultural teens.
$10 fee includes free admission to all HMSC museums immediately following the workshop.
Teens will receive a free admission pass (worth $15) for a return visit if they attend one of the two sessions.
April 11: Ancient Flavors of Peru May 16: Crunchy Critters
Presented by the Peabody Museum of Archaeology &amp; Ethnology and the Harvard Museums of Science &amp; Culture.

Local Event: Crunchy Critters: Teen Saturdays Workshop

Crunchy Critters: Teen Saturdays Workshop

In-Person Youth Program, ages 13-18
Advance registration required.
Throughout history, bugs have played a role in cuisines...

Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East

In-Person Event
<a href="https://hmsc.harvard.edu/calendar_event/family-activities-at-the-harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Family Activities at the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East</a>
Sunday, May 17 and Sunday, July 26, 1:00–3:30 pm
Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East, 6 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge

Join Harvard Museums of Science &amp; Culture volunteers for hands-on, family-friendly activities at 1:00 pm and a live story reading at 3:00 pm. Recommended for ages 5–12. Admission to the museum is free.

Sponsored by the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East and the Harvard Museums of Science &amp; Culture.&nbsp;

Photo ©Tony Rinaldo

Local Event: Family Activities at the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East

Family Activities at the Harvard Museum of the...

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Family Activities at the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East
Sunday, May 17 and Sunday, July 26, 1:00–3:30...

Family Activities at the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East

The Harvard Museum of Natural History

Meet up-and-coming scientists and learn about questions at the forefront of research today in this series of short talks.
2:00–2:30 pm – The Secret Lives of Fruit Flies
Speaker: Bronwyn Miller, Graduate Student in the Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology, the Ben de Bivort Lab
How do fruit flies ALWAYS seem to find your ripe bananas? Believe it or not, not all fruit flies want to steal your fruit. In fact, there are an estimated 4,000 species of fruit fly! This includes species that develop on poisonous death cap mushrooms and a species whose head looks like a hammerhead shark’s! How did this diversity come about? What can their brains and behavior tell us about their evolution? Join Harvard scientist Bronwyn Miller to explore the amazing world of fruit flies and uncover the secrets of their hidden lives.
3:00-3:30 pm – Why Are There Holes In My Plant?
Speaker: Fitz Dougherty, Graduate Student in the Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology, the Holbrook Lab
Did you know that plants have microscopic holes in their leaves and flowers that are important for different functions? They can acquire CO2 for photosynthesis, cool leaves on a hot day, and even release nectar in flowers to attract pollinators. Join Harvard scientist Fitz Dougherty as he talks about what we know and still don’t know about two different types of holes in plants, and learn how even the smallest features can reveal big scientific mysteries.
Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Regular museum admission rates apply.
Presented by the Harvard Museum of Natural History and Harvard Museums of Science &amp; Culture.

Local Event: Science Spotlights: The Secret Lives of Fruit Flies & Why Are There Holes In My Plant?

Science Spotlights: The Secret Lives of Fruit...

Meet up-and-coming scientists and learn about questions at the forefront of research today in this series of short...

Science Spotlights: The Secret Lives of Fruit Flies & Why Are There Holes In My Plant?

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<a href="https://hmsc.harvard.edu/calendar_event/family-activities-at-the-harvard-museum-of-the-ancient-near-east-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Family Activities at the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East</a>
Sunday, May 17 and Sunday, July 26, 1:00–3:30 pm
Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East, 6 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge

Join Harvard Museums of Science &amp; Culture volunteers for hands-on, family-friendly activities at 1:00 pm and a live story reading at 3:00 pm. Recommended for ages 5–12. Admission to the museum is free.

Sponsored by the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East and the Harvard Museums of Science &amp; Culture.&nbsp;

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<h2>Bearing Witness: What Hospice Teaches Us About Compassion, Community, and Care</h2>
<h4>With Keynote Speaker: Dr.&nbsp;Katherine Gergen Barnett</h4>
Join Dr. Katherine Gergen Barnett, family medicine physician, nationally recognized health equity leader, and trusted voice on the future of American health care, for a powerful and reflective talk on what hospice teaches us about caring for one another when it matters most. Drawing on decades of leadership in whole-person care, equity, and health system reform, as well as her personal experience with Good Shepherd Community Care during her father, Commentator and former White House Communications Director,&nbsp;David Gergen's&nbsp;final year, Dr. Gergen Barnett will explore how compassion, trust, and community can transform the patient and family experience and guide us toward a more humane and just health care system.

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Good Shepherd Institute Dinner: Bearing Witness

Bearing Witness: What Hospice Teaches Us About Compassion, Community, and Care
With Keynote Speaker: Dr. Katherine Gergen...

The First Baptist Church of Medford, Mass

Improbable Beasts Bass Clarinet Ensemble, with special guests Solon Gordon (piano) and Meryl Summers (bassoon)
The Improbable Beasts bass clarinet ensemble, with special guests Meryl Summers(bassoon) and Solon Gordon (piano) present “We Rise,” a program of music about coming together in the midst of adversity, and rising up in community.
Beasts director Jonathan Russell will be joined by pianist Solon Gordon and bassoonist Meryl Summers in his compositional response to the dislocations and disruptions of our current moment called “We Reflect, We Grieve, We Rise.” 
After this, the Beasts present two more of Russell’s original compositions and close with a rousing rendition of the African American Spiritual and protest song “Down by the Riverside.” 
Come join the Beasts for a memorable afternoon of moving and rousing music.

Local Event: We Rise

We Rise

Improbable Beasts Bass Clarinet Ensemble, with special guests Solon Gordon (piano) and Meryl Summers (bassoon)
The Improbable...

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Academically adventurous students flourish at Commonwealth School, challenged by rigorous classes and supported by faculty at the top of their fields. Are you interested in applying next year? Here’s your chance to discover what makes our school so uncommon!
Join us Wednesday, May 27, from 6:30–8:00 p.m., for a <a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/info-session" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission</a>.
During this event, prospective students will have the chance to:
<ul class="rx-format-list-to-text"><li>Participate in a sample class</li><li>Preview the admissions and financial aid processes</li><li>Hear from current students and parents. </li></ul>
Parents of prospective students will also be able to connect with Commonwealth parents.
Please note that pre-registration is required for this event.
<a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/info-session" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sign up now to reserve your spot.</a>
We look forward to seeing you there!

Local Event: Commonwealth School Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission

Commonwealth School Virtual Information Session...

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