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SUMMARY:Meet our 2025-2026 Artists-in-Residence!
DESCRIPTION:Join us online Wednesday\, September 3rd at 6:00pm for a panel discussion with Mount Auburn’s 2025-2026 Artists-in-Residence\, Emily Duggan (poet)\, Juls Gabs (digital painter)\, Lia Pikus (musician/composer)\, and wife and wife team Cara Giaimo (nature writer) & Lilia Kilburn (filmmaker). \nIn a conversation led by our Public Events Team\, we will chat with the artists about their professional backgrounds\, their connection to Mount Auburn\, and their plans for their residency projects. The discussion will end with an audience Q&A. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nFree. Registration is required. \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/meet-our-2025-2026-artists-in-residence/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Art,Artist-in-Residence
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SUMMARY:Discover Mount Auburn Introductory Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Mount Auburn\, designated a National Historic Landmark\, is one of the country’s most significant designed landscapes. Here the arts of horticulture\, architecture and sculpture combine with the beauty of nature to create a place of comfort and inspiration. This 1.5-mile walking tour will focus on stories of history\, monuments\, and the lives of those buried here. Registration required. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/discover-mount-auburn-introductory-walking-tour-11/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T183000
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SUMMARY:Sunset Sound Meditations
DESCRIPTION:An outdoor Guided Meditation\, Relaxation and Sound Experience.  \n\n\nSound Healing practitioner Marlene Boyette welcomes all to be held by the earth\, to find refuge\, to rest\, and to be led through a guided meditation intended to bring the mind and the body into unison\, while also engaging the senses. Weaving together the sounds\, vibrations\, and energy of our natural surroundings with a variety of instruments (including deeply resonant crystal and metal singing bowls and chimes)\, participants will be bathed in layered sonic acoustics.  \n\n\nThe experience will close with an opportunity for all to reflect and set intentions for the new season through dialogue and / or journaling.  \n\n\nWhat to bring: a yoga mat\, blanket or towel\, a journal\, and writing utensil. Plastic folding chairs will be available if needed.  \n\n\nCheck-in for the event will be at the top of the ramp entrance into Hazel Dell (off of Central Ave). The meditation will take place in Hazel Dell.   \n\n\nRain location: Story Chapel.  \n\n\nEvent Capacity: 40  \nREGISTER HERE >>\n\n\n … \n\n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.  \n\n\nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. 
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/sunset-sound-meditations-6/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T130000
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SUMMARY:Champion Trees of Mount Auburn
DESCRIPTION:State and National foresters compile records of the largest trees of different species. Join Jim Gorman\, arborist and staff\, as we visit some of the Massachusetts Champions here at Mount Auburn. \nFun Fact: Did you know that Mount Auburn Cemetery is an accredited Level III Arboretum (one of only 46 in the world!)? \nREGISTER HERE >>\n  \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/champion-trees-of-mount-auburn/
CATEGORIES:History,Horticulture,Nature
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SUMMARY:Dinner Under the Oaks
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of Mount Auburn’s 194th Anniversary of Consecration \n\nLast year\, Mount Auburn held the inaugural Dinner Under the Oaks to bring members of our community together for the unique opportunity to connect and dine in our picturesque late-summer landscape. We are delighted to bring back Dinner Under the Oaks for the evening of Friday\, September 12 from 5:30-8:30 PM.\n\n\n\nMenu \n\n\n\n\nFirst Course: \n\n\n\n\nFIELD GREENS | crumbled chèvre\, peaches\, blackberries\, toasted pine nuts\, blackberry vinaigrette \n\n\n\n\nMain Course (Choice of):  \n\n\n\n\nBAKED COD | charred scallion + green garlic purée\, potato “pancake”\, grilled lettuce\, roasted fish jus \n\n\n\n\n\nCHIANTI BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIBS | parmesan polenta\, braised black kale\, heirloom tomato\, cipollini onions \n\n\n\n\nTHYME ROASTED CAULIFLOWER CHOP | herb quinoa\, smoky tomato black kale\, fresh herb salad\, charred lemon aioli \n\n\n\n\nDessert: \n\n\n\n\nRUSTIC APPLE TART | butter pecan ice cream\, caramel sauce \n\n\n\n\nTickets: \n\n\n\n\n$250/person ($155 is tax-deductible) \n\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. RSVP by Monday\, September 1. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDinner sponsorships available via the registration link above. Benefits include priority seating\, and recognition in printed menu card and signage. Sponsorship levels: $2\,500 ($2\,120 tax-deductible\, includes four tickets) and $1\,000 ($810 tax-deductible\, includes two tickets). For questions about this event\, please contact Eva Ricci\, Advancement Events Manager\, at ericci@mountauburn.org or 617-607-2462.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/dinner-under-the-oaks-2/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members
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SUMMARY:Improv Poetry with Artist-in-Residence Emily Duggan
DESCRIPTION:Head to Bigelow Lawn on Saturday\, Sep 13th from 11am-3pm to take home a customized\, improv poem by current Artist-in-Residence Emily Duggan!  \nNo registration needed. \n“Mount Auburn Cemetery: Memory Poems”  \n“Mount Auburn Cemetery: Memory Poems” invites visitors to explore and preserve their memories of Mount Auburn through poetry written for them on the spot. Throughout the year\, Emily will be stationed in different locations at the Cemetery\, where visitors will be invited to share with her their stories\, feelings\, connections to\, and memories of Mount Auburn. Emily will then write customized/improvised poems based on these stories\, and visitors will be gifted a copy of the original piece. To further preserve and share the poems\, Emily will design a self-guided audio walking tour and map by which future visitors may listen to recordings of the poems as they move through the Cemetery. Emily will conclude her residency with a roaming poetry reading in the landscape.  \nWe welcome you to join our Poetry for Grief and Healing workshop led by Amanda Shea later that afternoon. \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \n 
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/improv-poetry-with-artist-in-residence-emily-duggan-3/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artist-in-Residence
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SUMMARY:Poetry for Grief & Healing
DESCRIPTION:Writing while grieving has been known to boost the immune system and increase mood and well-being. Writing can also help release difficult emotions and is a tool for self-expression. \nJoin poet\, educator\, and artivist AMANDA SHEA in a poetry writing workshop about healing from grief. The workshop will include a meditation\, writing prompts\, and an invitation to share with the group. No previous writing experience is required. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nThe workshop will take place in Bigelow Chapel. \nCapacity: 25 people \nArrive before the workshop and speak with current Artist-in-Residence\, Emily Duggan\, to take home a free\, customized\, improvisational poem. No registration required. Emily will be on the lawn in front of Bigelow. \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/poetry-for-grief-healing-2/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T233000
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing: A Mindful Nature Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join guest guide Stefanie Haug (LICSW) as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down\, being attentive to nature with all our senses\, and deepening our appreciation for this special slice of our Cambridge neighborhood. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements\, a natural history of the area\, guided breathing and centering awareness\, mindful walking with sensory activities\, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot. \n\n\nWhat to bring: comfortable clothing\, walking shoes\, small mat or towel to sit on\, water. \n\nCheck-in for the experience will be outside Story Chapel. \n\n\nEvent capacity: 25 people  \nREGISTER HERE >>\n\n\n\n… \n\n\nStefanie Haug\, LICSW (she/her) guides people on journeys of self-awareness and relationship with nature as a local psychotherapist and certified Mindful Outdoor Guide (Kripalu). Her international career has spanned the corporate and nonprofit world with a focus on the wellbeing of humans and the more-than-human world. Stefanie is a lifelong nature lover and can often be found outdoors in all types of locations and weather\, taking it all in with a sense of wonder\, humor and calm. \n\n\n… \n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/forest-bathing-a-mindful-nature-experience-6/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T143000
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SUMMARY:The Hurricane That Changed Mount Auburn
DESCRIPTION:The Great New England Hurricane of 1938 (aka the Yankee Clipper or Long Island Express) was the deadliest and most damaging hurricane to ever strike New York and New England. Making landfall on September 21\, the Category 3 storm caused nearly 700 fatalities\, left 63\,000 people without homes\, and toppled 275 million trees. In Massachusetts\, storm surges measured between 18-25 feet and the hurricane’s greatest wave height of 50-feet was recorded in Gloucester. \nMount Auburn Cemetery lost more than 800 trees in a single day and over 1\,000 more suffered significant damage. Despite all the damage\, the Cemetery saw an opportunity to replant and replace what was lost while expanding and diversifying its collection. From 1939-1940 alone\, over 1\,500 new trees and shrubs were introduced to the Cemetery\, many of which are still standing today. \nJoin Jim Gorman\, arborist and MAC staff member\, for a curated tour of several of the now-mature trees planted after the hurricane. \nREGISTER HERE >>\nCheck-in at Story Chapel \nCapacity: 30 people \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by theMassachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/the-hurricane-that-changed-mount-auburn-2/
CATEGORIES:History,Horticulture,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T163000
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SUMMARY:Therapeutic Art Workshop: Collaging to Process Grief
DESCRIPTION:Grief is a complex and multifaceted experience which includes a wide range of emotions. The collage process provides us with an intuitive way to explore this complexity and nuance as we sort through images and words\, choosing those that are most resonant to us and creating narratives from assembling the disparate pieces together. In this therapeutic art workshop\, we’ll discuss different forms of grief and how artists have used collage in their art about loss. Next participants will be provided a range of art materials and guided in creating a collage to help them explore their grief journey. We’ll conclude the workshop by sharing our art and reflections. \nParticipants will be provided with magazines and other assorted collage materials and can also opt to bring photos or photocopies of photos\, special papers\, and other ephemera. No artistic experience necessary/all skill levels are welcome. \nThis workshop will be facilitated by artist\, board-certified art therapist\, and licensed mental health counselor Dr. Lauren Leone\, who works with art therapy participants in clinical and community-based settings in Massachusetts. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck in at Story Chapel \nCapacity: 20 people \n… \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.” \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/therapeutic-art-workshop-collaging-to-process-grief/
CATEGORIES:Art,Death and Grief Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T183000
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SUMMARY:Colonial Revival Cemetery Symbolism Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Education & Digital Content Manager Corinne Elicona on an exploration of Mount Auburn’s Colonial Revival gravestone monuments. \nAfter the 1876 Centennial\, the United States saw a revival of it’s colonial past. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nThe Colonial Revival Movement was a national expression of early North American culture\, primarily the built and artistic environments of the east coast colonies. The influence of this movement even reached the nation’s cemeteries\, which saw an increase of colonial-era gravestone motifs called Memento Mori and a resurgence in the use of slate for monuments. \nAs we look back on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution\, we will explore this unique era and style and see how it compares to its inspiration found in the early colonial burial grounds of New England. \n  \nCorinne Elicona has worked at Mount Auburn for eight years in many different roles including natural burial volunteer\, administration assistant\, and crematory operator. She is currently Mount Auburn’s Education & Digital Content Manager\, working on creating educational content on Mount Auburn; its history\, landscape\, and legacy. She is passionate about fostering a positive discourse around death and promoting education around end-of-life choices and equity so that everyone can experience a good death. \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by theMassachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/colonial-revival-gravestone-symbolism-walking-tour/
CATEGORIES:Death and Grief Education,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250212T173714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T160722Z
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SUMMARY:Discover Mount Auburn Introductory Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Mount Auburn\, designated a National Historic Landmark\, is one of the country’s most significant designed landscapes. Here the arts of horticulture\, architecture and sculpture combine with the beauty of nature to create a place of comfort and inspiration. This 1.5-mile walking tour will focus on stories of history\, monuments\, and the lives of those buried here. Registration required. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/discover-mount-auburn-introductory-walking-tour-11/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250822T152345Z
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SUMMARY:Colonial Revival Cemetery Symbolism Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Education & Digital Content Manager Corinne Elicona on an exploration of Mount Auburn’s Colonial Revival gravestone monuments. \n  \nAfter the 1876 Centennial\, the United States saw a revival of it’s colonial past. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nThe Colonial Revival Movement was a national expression of early North American culture\, primarily the built and artistic environments of the east coast colonies. The influence of this movement even reached the nation’s cemeteries\, which saw an increase of colonial-era gravestone motifs called Memento Mori and a resurgence in the use of slate for monuments. \nAs we look back on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution\, we will explore this unique era and style and see how it compares to its inspiration found in the early colonial burial grounds of New England. \n  \nCorinne Elicona has worked at Mount Auburn for eight years in many different roles including natural burial volunteer\, administration assistant\, and crematory operator. She is currently Mount Auburn’s Education & Digital Content Manager\, working on creating educational content on Mount Auburn; its history\, landscape\, and legacy. She is passionate about fostering a positive discourse around death and promoting education around end-of-life choices and equity so that everyone can experience a good death. \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by theMassachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/colonial-revival-cemetery-symbolism-walking-tour/
CATEGORIES:Art,Death and Grief Education,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T143000
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SUMMARY:Great Oaks
DESCRIPTION:We just celebrated our 194th birthday\, and of all our Cemetery trees\, there are few that are more majestic and revered than our legacy oak trees. Join us as we will view a sampling of spectacular\, mature oaks believed to be as old as Mount Auburn. \nREGISTER HERE >>\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/great-oaks/
CATEGORIES:Horticulture,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250801T194439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T194439Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Drawing Workshop: Animals
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn some very basic ways for drawing the nature you know and love here in Mount Auburn? Join illustrator Clare Walker Leslie in one or all of these Sunday afternoon sessions. Appropriate for ages 10 and up\, teens and adults. No previous drawing experience needed. Bring a drawing pad\, several pencils and an eraser. There will be materials provided\, as well. Workshop takes place indoors. Meet in Story Chapel. \nREGISTER HERE>>\n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/nature-drawing-workshop-animals-2/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250312T161558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T160515Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing: A Mindful Nature Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join guest guide Stefanie Haug (LICSW) as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down\, being attentive to nature with all our senses\, and deepening our appreciation for this special slice of our Cambridge neighborhood. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements\, a natural history of the area\, guided breathing and centering awareness\, mindful walking with sensory activities\, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot. \n\n\nWhat to bring: comfortable clothing\, walking shoes\, small mat or towel to sit on\, water. \n\nCheck-in for the experience will be outside Story Chapel. \n\n\nEvent capacity: 25 people  \nREGISTER HERE >>\n\n\n\n… \n\n\nStefanie Haug\, LICSW (she/her) guides people on journeys of self-awareness and relationship with nature as a local psychotherapist and certified Mindful Outdoor Guide (Kripalu). Her international career has spanned the corporate and nonprofit world with a focus on the wellbeing of humans and the more-than-human world. Stefanie is a lifelong nature lover and can often be found outdoors in all types of locations and weather\, taking it all in with a sense of wonder\, humor and calm. \n\n\n… \n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/forest-bathing-a-mindful-nature-experience-7/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20251002T144607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T144607Z
UID:10000449-1760792400-1760799600@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Deep Listening Ritual with Artist in Residence Lia Pikus
DESCRIPTION:Participants will be guided through an hour-long musical meditation led by 25-26 Artist-in-Residence Lia Pikus. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nDeep Listening encourages us to drop into presence with ourselves and with others. This practice (described by composer Pauline Oliveros as “listening in every possible way to everything possible to hear”) can become a way of being in a new kind of relation to ourselves and our environments. Through this multi-sensory practice of attunement to sound\, stillness\, breath and movement\, Deep Listening can help foster profound experiences of emotional catharsis and processing. \nIn this Deep Listening experience\, participants will be guided through an hour-long musical meditation led by 25-26 Artist-in-Residence Lia Pikus. In the quiet comfort of Mount Auburn’s Hazel Dell\, Lia will use her cello and loop pedal^ to guide participants through a Deep Listening ritual that will help to foster our relationship with impermanence through attunement to the natural world. \nParticipants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat\, blanket\, pillow\, or anything else you can sit or lay on comfortably. There will also be chairs available. \nCheck-in at the top of Hazel Dell ramp (along Central Ave). \nLocation: Hazel Dell \nCap: 40 people \n*Please Note: Lia Pikus is not a certified Deep Listening practitioner. \n^Loop pedals are used to record and “loop” musical sounds or patterns in order to add layers\, textures\, and backing tracks. \n… \nLIA PIKUS is one of Mount Auburn’s 25-26 Artists-in-Residence. She is a cellist\, composer\, and illustrator whose practice centers on art’s ability to cultivate experiences of presence and connection\, both within community and in dialogue with the natural world. By drawing and reflecting on natural processes\, Lia seeks to help audiences make emotional and sensory connections with their environments. As a Thomas J. Watson fellow (2023)\, she researched this connective power on a global scale\, exploring the role of art in fostering community around the world. This research formed the foundation for her current explorations in live looping as a form of mediative ritual. It is also the central focus of her debut EP\, Ritual\, released in 2024. Lia was an Artist-in-Residence at Shenandoah National Park in 2024 and at Mothership NYC in 2023. She is currently pursuing a Masters in Religion\, Ethics\, and Politics at Harvard University. www.liapikus.com \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \n  \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/deep-listening-ritual-with-artist-in-residence-lia-pikus/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artist-in-Residence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250828T150941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T151247Z
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SUMMARY:Awash in Color
DESCRIPTION:Experience the beauty of autumn at Mount Auburn during this fall walking tour led by Visitors Services Assistant\, Jim Gorman. We will visit some of the more colorful trees in our landscape in addition to looking for plant and shrubs putting out their fall fruits and nuts. \nFun Fact: Did you know that Mount Auburn Cemetery is an accredited Level III Arboretum (one of only 46 in the world!)? \nREGISTER HERE >>\n  \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/awash-in-color/2025-10-19/
CATEGORIES:Horticulture,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250212T173714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T160722Z
UID:10000444-1762002000-1762007400@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Discover Mount Auburn Introductory Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Mount Auburn\, designated a National Historic Landmark\, is one of the country’s most significant designed landscapes. Here the arts of horticulture\, architecture and sculpture combine with the beauty of nature to create a place of comfort and inspiration. This 1.5-mile walking tour will focus on stories of history\, monuments\, and the lives of those buried here. Registration required. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/discover-mount-auburn-introductory-walking-tour-11/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250828T150941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T151247Z
UID:10000447-1762088400-1762093800@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Awash in Color
DESCRIPTION:Experience the beauty of autumn at Mount Auburn during this fall walking tour led by Visitors Services Assistant\, Jim Gorman. We will visit some of the more colorful trees in our landscape in addition to looking for plant and shrubs putting out their fall fruits and nuts. \nFun Fact: Did you know that Mount Auburn Cemetery is an accredited Level III Arboretum (one of only 46 in the world!)? \nREGISTER HERE >>\n  \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/awash-in-color/2025-11-02/
CATEGORIES:Horticulture,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20251009T142350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T142350Z
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SUMMARY:Community Science Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Mount Auburn’s Community Science Fair\, where biodiversity research leaders will share their work at interactive stations inside Story Chapel. Attendees will have the chance to meet local experts\, learn about ongoing projects\, and discover how to get involved in supporting wildlife in our community. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nAs one of the largest green spaces in the area\, Mount Auburn is home to a wide range of species. But urbanization and climate change threaten wildlife through habitat loss\, fragmentation\, and pollution. In response\, we are working to improve habitat\, increase both plant and animal diversity\, and monitor the many species that visit and reside on our grounds. \nThrough partnerships with local scientists\, Mount Auburn conducts 16 ongoing observation-based field projects and offers a citizen science naturalist program that trains volunteers to support biodiversity research. From classroom education to field training\, these programs connect people with the natural world while helping us collect vital data on native flora and fauna. \nCome learn how Mount Auburn balances the built and the wild environments within the city—and how you can be part of our efforts to sustain a healthy\, thriving landscape for generations to come. \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by theMassachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/community-science-fair/
CATEGORIES:Horticulture,Nature,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250910T162703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T153735Z
UID:10000448-1762444800-1762452000@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:State of the Organization
DESCRIPTION:Each fall\, Mount Auburn welcomes families with loved ones interred here\, donors\, volunteers\, and other community members to gather for our State of the Organization event. What began as our traditional Annual Proprietors’ Meeting has now evolved into a more inclusive occasion; one that is open to all and designed to share both our achievements and aspirations with the broader Mount Auburn community. \n  \nOn Thursday\, November 6th\, the evening will begin with a reception from 4:00 – 5:00 PM\, accompanied by light refreshments. During this time\, guests are invited to visit interactive staff stations in and around Story Chapel. These stations provide a unique opportunity to connect one-on-one with members of our teams\, whether you wish to ask questions about Cemetery Services and Family Services\, learn about our horticultural practices\, or discover the many benefits of becoming a Friend of Mount Auburn. The reception is designed to give you space to explore your personal interests while deepening your connection to the people who care for this remarkable landscape. \n  \nAt 5:00 PM\, Mount Auburn’s President & CEO\, Matthew Stephens\, will deliver a presentation reflecting on the past year and highlighting priorities for the future. His remarks will touch on key organizational milestones\, current initiatives\, and the evolving vision that continues to guide us toward our approaching bicentennial. Following the presentation\, Matthew will be joined by members of Mount Auburn’s Executive Leadership Team for an interactive Q&A session\, ensuring that your questions and perspectives are part of the conversation. \n  \nRSVPs to the State of the Organization on November 6 are encouraged. To RSVP\, please fill out the form.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/state-of-the-organization-2025/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250227T215525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251011T171246Z
UID:10000287-1762693200-1762698600@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:A Time Traveler's Tour of Mount Auburn
DESCRIPTION:Join Volunteer Docent Rosemarie Smurzynski for an afternoon walk through Mount Auburn’s past. During this stroll we will visit the most celebrated locations within the Cemetery as prescribed by the Cambridge Railroad’s 1858 guidebook to Mount Auburn. \nWhat has changed? What is the same? \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCapacity: 30 people per walk \nMeet at Story Chapel \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/a-time-travelers-tour-of-mount-auburn/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250711T154411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T154411Z
UID:10000427-1763211600-1763217000@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:The Celtic Crosses of Mount Auburn
DESCRIPTION:Join Mount Auburn volunteer docent Ginny Brady on this walking tour. \nMount Auburn Cemetery has a diverse collection of Celtic crosses throughout its 175 acres. Have you ever wondered what the symbols on a Celtic Cross mean? Why would an individual decide to have a Celtic cross as a monument for their final resting spot? Come explore the various monuments\, learn about the symbolism and history of the ornamentation of these crosses\, as well as the individuals that rest beneath these fascinating monuments here at Mount Auburn. \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by theMassachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/the-celtic-crosses-of-mount-auburn/
CATEGORIES:Death and Grief Education,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20251023T154157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T154157Z
UID:10000451-1764842400-1764847800@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Wreath-Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:As winter quietly settles in\, come gather at our Greenhouse for this wreath-making workshop. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nAs the days shorten and winter quietly settles in\, come gather with us at our Greenhouse for our holiday wreath decorating workshop. Greenhouse staff will briefly demonstrate different techniques before everyone creates their own unique wreath design. Wreaths\, ribbons\, and a fine assortment of dried garden materials and ornaments will be available for all to share. Please bring your own hand-shears. \nLimited enrollment; preregistration is required. \nPlease dress warmly as we will have doors open for air circulation. \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by theMassachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/holiday-wreath-making-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Art,Horticulture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250212T173714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T160722Z
UID:10000453-1765026000-1765031400@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Discover Mount Auburn Introductory Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Mount Auburn\, designated a National Historic Landmark\, is one of the country’s most significant designed landscapes. Here the arts of horticulture\, architecture and sculpture combine with the beauty of nature to create a place of comfort and inspiration. This 1.5-mile walking tour will focus on stories of history\, monuments\, and the lives of those buried here. Registration required. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/discover-mount-auburn-introductory-walking-tour-11/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20250212T173714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T160722Z
UID:10000454-1767445200-1767450600@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Discover Mount Auburn Introductory Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Mount Auburn\, designated a National Historic Landmark\, is one of the country’s most significant designed landscapes. Here the arts of horticulture\, architecture and sculpture combine with the beauty of nature to create a place of comfort and inspiration. This 1.5-mile walking tour will focus on stories of history\, monuments\, and the lives of those buried here. Registration required. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/discover-mount-auburn-introductory-walking-tour-11/2026-01-03/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165520
CREATED:20260105T214411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T215842Z
UID:10000458-1768046400-1768068000@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Prophecies of the Land: An Exhibition by Artist-in-Residence Juls Gabs
DESCRIPTION:Join 25-26 Artist-in-Residence Juls Gabs for a special exhibition of her original artwork\, Prophecies of the Land.\n\n\nSaturday\, January 10\, 12 PM – 6 PM Opening Reception \nSunday\, January 11\, 10 AM – 4 PM Open House \nDrop-in\, Bigelow Chapel \n  \n\n\n\n\nProphecies of the Land is a digital painting and installation project that reimagines Mount Auburn Cemetery as a living\, evolving ecosystem. Through a series of suspended Fabriano paper flowers\, still life paintings and media objects\, Gabs envisions future ecosystems shaped by natural cycles\, climate change\, technological advance and human presence. \nInspired by a moment of wonder while walking through Mount Auburn with her family—when thousands of migrating tadpoles overtook the pathways—Gabs explores how the ground itself holds memory\, energy\, and renewal. The installation transforms the chapel into a poetic environment where the earth’s continual process of decay and rebirth becomes visible. \nBlending classical painting traditions with contemporary digital techniques\, Prophecies of the Land invites reflection on our relationship with nature and time. Mount Auburn becomes both subject and collaborator—a place where memory\, transformation\, and the future land converge. \nThe artwork will be displayed in the historic interior of Bigelow Chapel. \nRegistration is not required for this event. If you reserve a free ticket then that will help us gauge the interest in the event. \n… \nJuls Gabs is a 25-26 Artist in Residence at Mount Auburn Cemetery. \nJuls Gabs (born 1989\, San Sebastián) is a Spanish artist working in Painting and Digital. She claims her education started after college in 2015 thought collaborations\, residencies and studio experimentation in London\, UK. She currently lives between Boston\, MA and UK. Her work has been exhibited at Watou Art Festival 2023 (BE)\, Silvermine Art Centre (US)\, Vertical Crypto Art (Metaverse)\, Onstream Gallery (IT)\, Unit 1 Gallery | Workshop (UK) among others. In 2014\, Gabs was awarded with the European Research of New Creative Spaces in new media\, and the Revelation Artist Prize Mayte Spinola in 2019. In that same year\, Gabs was recognised by Arteninformado through her inclusion on their list of ‘The 12 artist focus on the next generation’. \nIn 2023 she is showing a 13ft painting at Watou Art Festival 2023 commissioned by the government of Poperinge (BE). Her work Possibly Maybe is Shortlister for the National Prize Show 2023\, at Cambridge Art Association\, and she is the winner of the Finalist edition of Teravarna Award in Landscape. And her work “Ninfas’ Secrets” was exhibited at QUEERwerks in Silvermine Art Centre (CT). \nPrevious solo exhibitions were “Blending Boundaires” (Rome)\, “error” (London\, 2020)\, Unit 1 Gallery|Workshop\, “Daring Forest” (Madrid\, 2018)\, and “Goodies Boobies” (Madrid\, 2018). \nSelected for residencies “The Columbia Residency” with Roman Road Gallery (London\, 2021) and “Sommer Atelier Aschersleben” (Germany 2021)\, Unit 1 Radical Residency® IV (London\, 2019) and “Paradise AIR” for solo Art Residency (Tokyo\, 2018). Exhibited works in art fairs like “(un)fair Milano” (IT 2023)\, SCOPE (Miami Beach\, 2018) and JustMad8 (Madrid\, 2017) \nShe had a commission by Aston Martin F1 in 2022 and her work constitutes part of Private Permanent Collections such as Lycee Moliere (Brussels\, Belgium)\, Merode’s Castle (Gmünd\, Austria)\, Palast Hohenems (Austria) Milton Keynes Arts Center (Milton Keynes\, UK)\, Contemporary Museum Mayte Spinola (Marmolejo\, Spain). \nHer work has been published in media channels like 99 Future Blue Chip Artists\, Aston Martin F1\, FAD Magazine\, London Arts Events\, Assemblage Magazine\, Image.ie (2020) and Arteinformado\, Ultima Hora Mallorca (2019).
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/prophecies-of-the-land-an-exhibition-by-artist-in-residence-juls-gabs/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artist-in-Residence
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SUMMARY:Prophecies of the Land: An Exhibition by Artist-in-Residence Juls Gabs
DESCRIPTION:Join 25-26 Artist-in-Residence Juls Gabs for a special exhibition of her original artwork\, Prophecies of the Land.\n\n\n\nSaturday\, January 10\, 12 PM – 6 PM Opening Reception \nSunday\, January 11\, 10 AM – 4 PM Open House \nDrop-in\, Bigelow Chapel \n  \n\n\n\nProphecies of the Land is a digital painting and installation project that reimagines Mount Auburn Cemetery as a living\, evolving ecosystem. Through a series of suspended Fabriano paper flowers\, still life paintings and media objects\, Gabs envisions future ecosystems shaped by natural cycles\, climate change\, technological advance and human presence. \nInspired by a moment of wonder while walking through Mount Auburn with her family—when thousands of migrating tadpoles overtook the pathways—Gabs explores how the ground itself holds memory\, energy\, and renewal. The installation transforms the chapel into a poetic environment where the earth’s continual process of decay and rebirth becomes visible. \nBlending classical painting traditions with contemporary digital techniques\, Prophecies of the Land invites reflection on our relationship with nature and time. Mount Auburn becomes both subject and collaborator—a place where memory\, transformation\, and the future land converge. \nThe artwork will be displayed in the historic interior of Bigelow Chapel. \nRegistration is not required for this event. If you reserve a free ticket then that will help us gauge the interest in the event. \n… \nJuls Gabs is a 25-26 Artist in Residence at Mount Auburn Cemetery. \nJuls Gabs (born 1989\, San Sebastián) is a Spanish artist working in Painting and Digital. She claims her education started after college in 2015 thought collaborations\, residencies and studio experimentation in London\, UK. She currently lives between Boston\, MA and UK. Her work has been exhibited at Watou Art Festival 2023 (BE)\, Silvermine Art Centre (US)\, Vertical Crypto Art (Metaverse)\, Onstream Gallery (IT)\, Unit 1 Gallery | Workshop (UK) among others. In 2014\, Gabs was awarded with the European Research of New Creative Spaces in new media\, and the Revelation Artist Prize Mayte Spinola in 2019. In that same year\, Gabs was recognised by Arteninformado through her inclusion on their list of ‘The 12 artist focus on the next generation’. \nIn 2023 she is showing a 13ft painting at Watou Art Festival 2023 commissioned by the government of Poperinge (BE). Her work Possibly Maybe is Shortlister for the National Prize Show 2023\, at Cambridge Art Association\, and she is the winner of the Finalist edition of Teravarna Award in Landscape. And her work “Ninfas’ Secrets” was exhibited at QUEERwerks in Silvermine Art Centre (CT). \nPrevious solo exhibitions were “Blending Boundaires” (Rome)\, “error” (London\, 2020)\, Unit 1 Gallery|Workshop\, “Daring Forest” (Madrid\, 2018)\, and “Goodies Boobies” (Madrid\, 2018). \nSelected for residencies “The Columbia Residency” with Roman Road Gallery (London\, 2021) and “Sommer Atelier Aschersleben” (Germany 2021)\, Unit 1 Radical Residency® IV (London\, 2019) and “Paradise AIR” for solo Art Residency (Tokyo\, 2018). Exhibited works in art fairs like “(un)fair Milano” (IT 2023)\, SCOPE (Miami Beach\, 2018) and JustMad8 (Madrid\, 2017) \nShe had a commission by Aston Martin F1 in 2022 and her work constitutes part of Private Permanent Collections such as Lycee Moliere (Brussels\, Belgium)\, Merode’s Castle (Gmünd\, Austria)\, Palast Hohenems (Austria) Milton Keynes Arts Center (Milton Keynes\, UK)\, Contemporary Museum Mayte Spinola (Marmolejo\, Spain). \nHer work has been published in media channels like 99 Future Blue Chip Artists\, Aston Martin F1\, FAD Magazine\, London Arts Events\, Assemblage Magazine\, Image.ie (2020) and Arteinformado\, Ultima Hora Mallorca (2019).
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/prophecies-of-the-land-an-exhibition-by-artist-in-residence-juls-gabs-2/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artist-in-Residence
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Death Doulas: A Virtual Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:An introductory conversation with death doulas about care\, compassion\, and end-of-life support. \nDeath is a universal experience—but talking about it often isn’t. In recent years\, death doulas (also known as end-of-life doulas) have become an increasingly recognized source of emotional\, practical\, and spiritual support for people nearing the end of life and for the loved ones who care for them. Yet many people still wonder: What exactly does a death doula do? How do they fit within existing care systems? Who do they support? \nJoin us for a free virtual informational panel designed for anyone curious about this developing field. Whether you’re a caregiver\, a professional in healthcare or social services\, or simply someone interested in learning more\, this conversation will offer an introduction to the role of death doulas and the many ways they serve individuals and families. \nPanelists: \nMichele Bograd provides direct service to those with life limiting illness and their families. She also provides education and training to psychotherapists\, community groups and end-of-life doulas on living life fully while dying\, the social determinants of death and grieving\, cultural sensitivity\, and bereavement. She helped pilot an EOLD program in a local hospice system\, which increased her awareness of the institutional\, cultural and medical possibilities and constraints as EOLDs become part of caring systems. \nSarah Poulter is an end-of-life doula\, artist\, and freelance development consultant living and practicing in Jamaica Plain\, Massachusetts. Drawing on a career in nonprofit fundraising and executive leadership\, she brings large doses of pragmatism\, compassion\, humor and organization into all of her pursuits. She is happiest in connection with others and uses her skills of creativity\, empathy\, and resourcefulness to companion individuals and their loved ones in their final transition. \nKaren Monaghan is a death doula\, therapist (LICSW) and Notary Public; she provides emotional\, practical and educational guidance to people approaching end of life and supports them in having the best death possible. What “best death” means is different for everyone; she offers a range of services to help people understand what it means for them and how they wish to prepare for it. Such services include end of life planning\, legacy work\, sitting vigil and bereavement support. She provides a safe space to talk openly about death and dying\, and about hopes\, fears and expectations. In addition to her doula work\, she serves as the Communications Lead within the Doula Guild\, where she helps foster connection and shared purpose among members and the broader community. \nModerator: \nCorinne Elicona has worked at Mount Auburn for eight years in many different roles including natural burial volunteer\, administration assistant\, and crematory operator. She is currently Mount Auburn’s Education & Digital Content Manager\, working on creating educational content on Mount Auburn; its history\, landscape\, and legacy. She is passionate about fostering a positive discourse around death and promoting education around end-of-life choices and equity so that everyone can experience a good death. \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by theMassachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/demystifying-death-doulas-a-virtual-panel-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Death and Grief Education,End of Life Planning
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