Summer Solstice 2025: Night at the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture

Two women peering at tableware in the Resetting The Table exhibit

Free In-Person Special Event

11 Divinity Ave, Cambridge MA, 02138

Join the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture on the longest day of the year—free of charge—to explore the galleries and new exhibitions at the Harvard Museum of Natural History, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, the Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments, and the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East.

Step outdoors to enjoy live music and performers, and make a flower crown. Ice cream, beverages, and snacks will be available for purchase from food trucks. Don’t miss out on this popular event for all ages!

Sponsored by the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture. 

Free event parking will be available at the 52 Oxford Street Garage. Please note that Divinity Avenue will be closed to traffic during the event. 

The Harvard Museums of Science & Culture are an 8-minute walk through historic Harvard Yard from the Harvard Square MBTA Red Line station.

In case of rain, museums will remain open, and a select number of activities will be available. Check back for details.

Photo ⓒ Tony Rinaldo