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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-11/2025-06-07/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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SUMMARY:Therapeutic Art Workshop: Nature-Based Memorials
DESCRIPTION:Spending time in nature can ground us and provide a sense of connection to something larger than ourselves. Nature-based art can be used to create memorials and tributes\, fostering a sense of connection and remembrance. In this therapeutic art workshop\, participants will be guided in creating personal\, ephemeral\, nature-based art to memorialize and honor things they hold dear to them\, for example a loved one\, pet\, our ancestors\, a special community member\, or even a place. We’ll discuss different forms of grief and how artists have incorporated nature into their art about loss\, collect natural elements from the Cemetery and use them in individual art\, and conclude the workshop by creating a collaborative group mandala. All necessary art materials will be provided and 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: 15 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-nature-based-memorials/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death and Grief Education,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Pride Walk
DESCRIPTION:Celebrated\, scandalous\, and unknown: meet some of the fascinating figures of Boston’s LGBT past on a walk led by docent and historian Robin Hazard Ray. We will visit the resting places of Senator Charles Sumner\, actress Charlotte Cushman\, poet Amy Lowell\, and painter George Hawley Hallowell\, among others\, in recognition of Pride Month 2025. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck-in at Story Chapel \nCapacity: 40 people per walk \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/pride-walk/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T111500
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SUMMARY:Morning Writes
DESCRIPTION:Morning Writes at Mount Auburn will help you jumpstart a new creative practice or re-energize your existing routine. Recharge your imagination. Shift your perspective. Nurture your creativity in nature. MORNING WRITES is an informal writing time and a chance to meet up with other creative thinkers. Each session will begin with a few writing prompts to get you started\, followed by 30-40 minutes of writing time. Time permitting\, folks will then be invited to share a portion of their writing with the group. \n\n\nBring paper\, a writing utensil\, a laptop\, and whatever else you need to write. \n\nCheck-in will be outside Story Chapel and then we will walk to the writing location together. \n\n\nEvent Capacity: 30 people \n\nREGISTER HERE >>\n\n\n… \n\n\nMorning Writes is led by Mount Auburn Public Events Producer\, Julie-Anne Whitney. Julie-Anne is a writer and dramaturg and has an MFA in Creative Writing from Lesley University. www.julieannewhitney.com \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/morning-writes-6/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T163000
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SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Mindfulness Walk
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 Watertown and Cambridge neighborhood. The 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. \nWhat to bring: comfortable clothing\, walking shoes\, small mat or towel to sit on\, water\, sunscreen. \nCheck-in for the experience will be outside Story Chapel. \nEvent capacity: 25 people \nREGISTER HERE>>\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… \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/mindfulness-walk/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T170000
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SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Community Nature Mandala
DESCRIPTION:Registration not required. Visit Asa Gray Garden to participate any time between 10:00am-5:00pm. \nJoin artist Elisabeth Gerald as she guides the Mount Auburn community and all Summer SOLSTICE participants in a healing Nature Mandala made from natural objects found at the Cemetery. \nAlso known as Land Art or Environmental Art\, Earth Art is made from organic materials found in nature like stones\, branches\, leaves\, flowers\, feathers\, pinecones\, etc. Creating a Nature Mandala (aka an Earth Art Mandala) is a meditative and often collaborative practice intended to connect you to the environment. \nMandalas\, meaning “circle” in Sanskrit\, are Buddhist devotional images that represent wholeness and are seen as a symbol for infinite connection signifying the transformation from suffering into joy. We hope that creating this Nature Mandala is a unifying and healing experience for all who participate and that it will awaken your imagination and appreciation for the natural world. \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. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/summer-solstice-community-nature-mandala/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T113000
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CREATED:20250512T200845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T200850Z
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SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Midsummer's Spell: A Community Healing Ritual with Herbs
DESCRIPTION:The healing properties of tea have been widely known for centuries. Tea has been known to calm anxiety\, reduce stress\, help with sleep\, improve circulation\, and boost your immune system. Join us for a healing tea ritual that celebrates this moment in time as we come together as a community to set intentions and connect with the wisdom of our herbal allies. \nWe will sip on some plants\, connect with one another\, and ground ourselves in the lush landscape around us. If you feel called\, bring a small offering for the altar to honor the season and our time together. \nThe workshop\, led by Victoria (Vicki) Sargsyan\, includes a coupon and samples from our event partner\, Cambridge Naturals. \nLocation: Hazel Dell \nCapacity: 24 people \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. \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/summer-solstice-midsummers-spell-a-community-healing-ritual-with-herbs/
CATEGORIES:Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T120000
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CREATED:20250512T200635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T202730Z
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SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Make Your Own Flower Crown
DESCRIPTION:Flower Crowns have been a beloved accessory across time and cultures. Join us in this workshop to learn a little about their history and make your own! We will have all the materials needed to create your perfect Summer SOLSTICE adornment. \nNo experience necessary. All ages welcome. \nWorkshop in Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 20 people per session \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. \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/summer-solstice-make-your-own-flower-crown/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Summer SOLSTICE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250512T200834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T201612Z
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SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Healing Power of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Just the presence of trees growing around us is known to improve our mental well-being. Trees provide a connection to the natural world\, which we are increasingly devoid of nowadays. Join herbalist and arborist Alex Klein on a walk around the cemetery\, focusing on deepening this nature-connection in tangible and intimate ways. We’ll learn about trees’ kinship with humanity\, how we can work with them as sources of medicine and other useful products\, while still living side-by-side with them as neighbors. Because life is better with trees. \nCheck-in at Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 25 people per walk \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. \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/summer-solstice-healing-power-of-trees/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture,Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250512T200806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T202413Z
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SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Awe Walk
DESCRIPTION:Awe: a sense of wonder and reverence. \nJoin us for a stroll through Mount Auburn as we shift our focus towards all the beautiful things in the landscape. Practicing intentional focus\, detailed observation\, and childlike wonder\, we will take time to appreciate nature in all forms and ask ourselves “What do you notice?”. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck-in at Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 25 people per walk \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/summer-solstice-awe-walk/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250512T200751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T200751Z
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SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Nature & Stillness: Yoga for Renewal
DESCRIPTION:Step into the sunlit clearing of Hazel Dell and let the earth beneath you be your guide. In the quiet of Mount Auburn\, you’re invited to slow down\, breathe deeply and rediscover your natural rhythm through restful\, gente sustained yoga postures. \nGuided by Artemis Yoga teacher Liz Gawel\, you’ll explore grounding poses designed to release tension and create a sense of spacious ease. As you hold these shapes\, you’ll tune into the sounds and scents of nature\, surrendering to the calm that rises from the earth. \nThis practice weaves in mindful breathwork and short guided flows\, offering a balance of quiet introspection and subtle transformation. Liz’s welcoming presence and compassionate guidance is suitable for all levels\, encouraging you to move at your own pace and honor what feels sustainable. \nOn this longest day of the year\, you’ll be invited to practice with intention—whether to restore balance\, revive your spirit\, or simply rest in nature’s soothing embrace. Leave feeling grounded\, renewed\, and deeply nourished. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck in at top of Hazel Dell ramp. \nCapacity: 50 people \nWhat to bring: \n\nA yoga mat (or blanket). Consider bringing a larger towel or ground cover blanket to put under your yoga mat as well.\n\n\nComfortable layers for shifting temperatures\n\n\nAn intention or reflection you’d like to hold for yourself\n\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/summer-solstice-nature-stillness-yoga-for-renewal/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250512T200635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T202730Z
UID:10000419-1750512600-1750518000@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Make Your Own Flower Crown
DESCRIPTION:Flower Crowns have been a beloved accessory across time and cultures. Join us in this workshop to learn a little about their history and make your own! We will have all the materials needed to create your perfect Summer SOLSTICE adornment. \nNo experience necessary. All ages welcome. \nWorkshop in Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 20 people per session \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. \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/summer-solstice-make-your-own-flower-crown/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Summer SOLSTICE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250512T200806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T202413Z
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SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Awe Walk
DESCRIPTION:Awe: a sense of wonder and reverence. \nJoin us for a stroll through Mount Auburn as we shift our focus towards all the beautiful things in the landscape. Practicing intentional focus\, detailed observation\, and childlike wonder\, we will take time to appreciate nature in all forms and ask ourselves “What do you notice?”. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck-in at Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 25 people per walk \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/summer-solstice-awe-walk/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250512T200834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T201612Z
UID:10000415-1750516200-1750521600@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Healing Power of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Just the presence of trees growing around us is known to improve our mental well-being. Trees provide a connection to the natural world\, which we are increasingly devoid of nowadays. Join herbalist and arborist Alex Klein on a walk around the cemetery\, focusing on deepening this nature-connection in tangible and intimate ways. We’ll learn about trees’ kinship with humanity\, how we can work with them as sources of medicine and other useful products\, while still living side-by-side with them as neighbors. Because life is better with trees. \nCheck-in at Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 25 people per walk \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. \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/summer-solstice-healing-power-of-trees/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture,Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250512T200723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T200723Z
UID:10000413-1750519800-1750523400@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Sound Meditation
DESCRIPTION:An outdoor Guided Meditation\, Relaxation and Sound Experience. \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. \nThe experience will close with an opportunity for all to reflect and set intentions for the new season through dialogue and / or journaling. \nWhat to bring: a yoga mat\, blanket or towel\, a journal\, and writing utensil. Plastic folding chairs will be available if needed. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck-in for the class will be at the Central Ave entrance to Hazel Dell (i.e. Hazel Dell Path). The meditation class will also take place in Hazel Dell. \nEvent Capacity: 50 \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/summer-solstice-sound-meditation-2/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250508T203213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T200614Z
UID:10000401-1750521600-1750523400@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE Poetry Reading
DESCRIPTION:Registration not required\, but will help us guage interest. \nThe Poetry Reading will be outside Bigelow Chapel. \nJoin poet and former Artist-in-Residence Carolyn Oliver (2023-2024) and poet and current Artist-in-Residence Emily Duggan (2025-2026) for a special poetry reading of their original poems to celebrate the Summer SOLSTICE. \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. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/summer-solstice-poetry-reading-2/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artist-in-Residence,Summer SOLSTICE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250530T152503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T152609Z
UID:10000421-1750527000-1750534200@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Laurel Circle Concert Series: Summer SOLSTICE with Stan Strickland
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Mount Auburn is excited to welcome back Berklee College of Music professor Stan Strickland to usher in another summer at Mount Auburn! This year\, Stan’s uplifting musical performance will feature dance accompaniment by former Mount Auburn Artist-in-Residence Lonnie Stanton. The event will begin with a reception in Asa Gray Garden\, 5:30-6:30 p.m.\, with the performance beginning at 6:30 PM just across the way in Hazel Dell. \nStan Strickland is a vocalist\, saxophonist\, and flutist\, and is the leader of Stan Strickland & Ascension\, and the Stan Strickland Trio. He is a member of the Bob Moses-Stan Strickland Duo\, the Laszlo Gardony-Stan Strickland Duo\, Mama Tongue\, and the Phil Argyris Quintet. He has performed with the Boston Pops\, Take Six\, Herbie Mann\, Marlena Shaw\, Pharaoh Sanders\, Danilo Perez\, and Yusef Lateef. His work appears on released recordings by Stan Strickland & Ascension\, Bob Moses\, Brute Force\, and others. \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. \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/laurel-circle-concert-series-summer-solstice-with-stan-strickland/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Summer SOLSTICE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250513T134446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T134446Z
UID:10000420-1751191200-1751198400@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come walk the paths of Mount Auburn Cemetery\, setting up your own Nature Journal. Clare Walker Leslie will show you specific ways to document\, in both simple word and image\, how to record the seasonal nature you see along the way: June flowers\, leaves and trees\, birds\, insects\, a scampering chipmunk\, and even a small landscape. The popularity of keeping Nature Journals has become widespread as a way of documenting one’s own\, ongoing\, place in nature. \nBring your own paper and portable drawing supplies. There will be equipment here as well. Clare will have several of her books. For more information: http://www.clarewalkerleslie.com \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck-in at Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 25 people \nThis event will take place outside. In the event of rain\, we will move to Bigelow 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. \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/nature-journaling-workshop/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250626T200419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T200419Z
UID:10000423-1751198400-1751209200@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Improv Poetry with Artist-in-Residence Emily Duggan
DESCRIPTION:Head to Washington Tower on Sunday\, June 29th from 12-3pm 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.  \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/
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:20250705T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250212T173714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T160722Z
UID:10000225-1751720400-1751725800@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-11/2025-07-05/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250627T161559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T161559Z
UID:10000424-1752861600-1752865200@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Deep Listening Ritual
DESCRIPTION:Deep 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. \nREGISTER HERE>>\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: 20 people \nRain Date: Thurs\, Aug 3 at 6:00pm \n  \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. \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/
CATEGORIES:Art,Artist-in-Residence,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250715T174829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T174829Z
UID:10000430-1753610400-1753632000@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Improv Poetry with Artist-in-Residence Emily Duggan
DESCRIPTION:Head to Auburn Lake on Sunday\, July 27th from 10am-4pm to take home a customized\, improv poem by current Artist-in-Residence Emily Duggan! (Emily will go on a 1-hour lunch break from 12-1pm.) \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.  \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-2/
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:20250801T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250312T155548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T155938Z
UID:10000299-1754073000-1754076600@mountauburn.org
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-5/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250212T173714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T160722Z
UID:10000226-1754139600-1754145000@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-11/2025-08-02/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250714T204106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T204405Z
UID:10000428-1755279000-1755291600@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Branches of Hope
DESCRIPTION:Reflecting on the past; Healing for the future\nREGISTER HERE>>\nMount Auburn Cemetery is excited to present a new cultural event: Branches of Hope\, on Friday\, August 15\, 2025. This first-time event will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II\, and serve as a space for peace\, healing\, hope\, and togetherness. \nJoin us for a complimentary\, public gathering from 5:30pm-6:30pm in the Asa Gray Garden featuring powerful performances by Eden Rayz\, Lonnie Stanton\, and Naoko Brown. A Gingko Tree that will be planted on our grounds will be presented\, and Mount Auburn Cemetery President\, Matthew Stephens\, will provide remarks. \nFrom 6:30pm-7:30pm\, join us for a ticketed reception featuring light refreshments and wine/beer on Bigelow Lawn. An art exhibit of works by Cannon Hersey\, a renowned photographer\, fine artist\, filmmaker and organizer of large-scale cultural efforts will be on display. He is the grandson of John Hersey\, author of Hiroshima. \nFrom 7:30pm-9:00pm\, Cannon Hersey and Collaborator of Future Memory\, Akira Fujimoto\, will deliver a keynote presentation followed by a Q&A session. We will also be featuring special guest Koko Kondo\, who was only eight months old when her city was destroyed by the bomb dropped on Hiroshima. \nPlease Note: This is a ticket for an in-person event and lecture. If you would like to attend only the lecture virtually\, please register 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. \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/branches-of-hope/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Members
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174054
CREATED:20250714T204350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T204525Z
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SUMMARY:Branches of Hope (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Mount Auburn Cemetery is excited to present a new cultural event: Branches of Hope\, on Friday\, August 15\, 2025. This first-time event will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II\, and serve as a space for peace\, healing\, hope\, and togetherness. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nFrom 7:30pm-9:00pm\, Cannon Hersey and Collaborator of Future Memory\, Akira Fujimoto\, will deliver a keynote presentation followed by a Q&A session. We will also be featuring special guest Koko Kondo\, who was only eight months old when her city was destroyed by the bomb dropped on Hiroshima. \nPlease Note: This is a ticket for a virtual lecture. If you would like an in-person ticket\, please register 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. \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/branches-of-hope-virtual/
CATEGORIES:History,Members
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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-5/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T193000
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SUMMARY:The Language of Flowers: Floral Gravestone Symbolism Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Education & Digital Content Manager\, Corinne Elicona on a journey to uncover the hidden meaning of flowers in Mount Auburn’s Landscape \nREGISTER HERE>>\nSummer is the perfect time of year to stop and smell the roses. Although\, you might find that difficult with the ones carved in stone. Join Education & Digital Content Manager Corinne Elicona on this evening walking tour to learn all about the different flowers and plants found in Victorian gravestone symbolism. \nWe’ll explore the hidden meanings behind these botanic carvings and dive deep into the complex language that is Victorian sentimental symbolism. \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/the-language-of-flowers-floral-gravestone-symbolism-walking-tour/
CATEGORIES:Death and Grief Education,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T230000
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SUMMARY:Cemetery Cinema
DESCRIPTION:“Death is for the living and not for the dead so much.” – Floyd McClure in Gates of Heaven  \nThe Coolidge returns to Mount Auburn Cemetery to present our popular Cemetery Cinema outdoor film program! \nREGISTER ON THE COOLIDGE WEBSITE HERE >>\nTickets $40 for double feature. \nThis incredibly unique screening experience will take place at sunset on Tuesday\, August 26 at the historic and beautiful Mount Auburn Cemetery. (Rain date: Wednesday\, August 27). \nThe evening begins with the area premiere of a new 4K restoration of The Sweet Hereafter\, Atom Egoyan’s Oscar-nominated adaptation of Russell Banks’ novel about a small town reeling from a devastating tragedy. Our second feature is Errol Morris’ incredible debut documentary Gates of Heaven\, which examines the devotions\, emotions and at times\, obsessions exhibited by animal lovers when a pet cemetery is moved to a new location. Both sincere and satirical\, the film is an endlessly surprising and often funny look at how we grieve. \nMount Auburn Cemetery is located 580 Mount Auburn Street in Cambridge. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased on the Coolidge Corner Theatre website. Parking will be available at the cemetery\, and light concessions will be sold. Chairs\, blankets\, and snacks are encouraged\, but no alcohol\, please. Mount Auburn Cemetery is an active burial place and a sacred site to mourners. Please keep this in mind as you set up your seating space and refrain from touching or leaning against any of the monuments or headstones. \nThe seating area is an uneven grassy field surrounded by monuments and gravestones. For inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nAbout the Sweet Hereafter\nA small mountain community in Canada is devastated when a school bus accident leaves more than a dozen of its children dead. A big-city lawyer (Ian Holm) arrives to help the survivors’ and victims’ families prepare a class-action suit\, but his efforts only seem to push the townspeople further apart. At the same time\, one teenage survivor of the accident (Sarah Polley) has to reckon with the loss of innocence brought about by a different kind of damage \nAbout Gates of Heaven\nErrol Morris burst out of the gate with this brilliant debut feature\, about two pet cemeteries in Northern California and the people involved with them. Such a description\, however\, can hardly do justice to the captivating\, funny\, and enigmatic Gates of Heaven\, a film that is about our relationships to our pets\, each other\, and ourselves. Both sincere and satirical\, this is an endlessly surprising study of human nature.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/cemetery-cinema-2/
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T200000
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SUMMARY:Mount Auburn's Nighthawks
DESCRIPTION:The fall migration of the Common Nighthawk is a predictable and visible phenomenon. Over the years Bob Stymeist has observed hundreds of nighthawks from the Tower and now you can\, too. \nWe’ll meet at Asa Gray Garden (Lawn Avenue Circle) and caravan to Washington Tower. Bring Binoculars and a flashlight. Registration required. \nREGISTER HERE >>\nAccessibility Note: This event takes place at the top of Washington Tower. There are 96 steps to the top and an additional 12 steps from Mountain Ave to the base of the tower. Handrails available. \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/mount-auburns-nighthawks-4/2025-08-27/
CATEGORIES:Nature,Wildlife
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