Arts & Culture
Charles River Chamber Honors Business and Community Leaders During First “Watertown Night”
WATERTOWN, MA –The Charles River Regional Chamber hosted an awards celebration on January 23 recognizing four individuals and organizations for their contributions to the Watertown community. The inaugural ‘Watertown Night” highlighted excellence in business, community leadership, and nonprofit impact. Honorees included: Hosted at Donohue’s Bar & Grill, tickets sale from the event directly benefited the…
Read MoreResidents Invited to Submit Designs for New Watertown Cultural District Logo
WATERTOWN, MA — In a vibrant effort to enhance its cultural landscape, the Watertown Cultural District has launched a local design competition, inviting residents to create a new logo that reflects the district’s mission and values centered on promoting arts and culture. Cultural Districts in Massachusetts are established to drive economic growth, strengthen community identity,…
Read MoreRiver of Light Parade Illuminates Watertown’s Connection to the Charles River
WATERTOWN, MA — Watertown’s inaugural River of Light Lantern Parade turned a rainy winter evening into a magical celebration of creativity, community, and culture. The event, initially planned for the grounds surrounding the Mosesian Center for the Arts, was relocated indoors due to rain but remained a beacon of warmth and togetherness on Saturday, January…
Read MoreMount Auburn Cemetery Opens Applications for 2025 Artist-in-Residence Program
Watertown, MA – Mount Auburn Cemetery, a national leader in artist residencies within cemetery spaces, is now accepting applications for its 2025 Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program. Established in 2014, this innovative initiative invites artists to immerse themselves in the historic landscape of the Cemetery to create original, site-specific works that offer fresh perspectives on Mount Auburn.…
Read MoreHistoric Paintings Restored and Reinstalled at Watertown City Hall
WATERTOWN, MA – Two paintings that have adorned Watertown City Hall since its opening in 1932 have been restored and reinstalled as part of a preservation project funded by the Community Preservation Act (CPA). The paintings, depicting key moments in the town’s history, had suffered significant wear over the decades, including scratches, dirt buildup, and…
Read MoreMount Auburn Cemetery’s Artist-in-Residence Program: A Decade of Inspiring Art, Nature, and Reflection
Watertown, MA – Mount Auburn Cemetery, known for its historic landscapes and serene beauty, has pioneered a unique initiative that melds art with nature and history. In 2014, Mount Auburn became the first cemetery in the United States to establish an Artist-in-Residence program, a concept that has since grown in popularity across the country. This…
Read MorePhotography Exhibit “A Winter in Greece, 1970” Opens at Watertown Free Public Library
WATERTOWN, MA – Joseph Flack Weiler’s evocative photography exhibit, “A Winter in Greece, 1970,” will be on display at the Watertown Free Public Library from October 2 through October 30, 2024. The exhibit showcases a series of 21 Gelatin Silver Prints, capturing the essence of Greek culture and mythology through Weiler’s lens. In November 1969,…
Read MoreWatertown Arts Market Brings Together City’s Most Creative Small Businesses and Organizations
Watertown – The fourth annual Watertown Arts Market took place on Saturday, August 17th, at Filippello Park, drawing nearly 100 participants, including arts and culture organizations, small businesses, non-profits, and city entities. These groups came together to educate attendees about their services, offer engaging activities, and showcase a variety of goods for sale. The event,…
Read MoreArmenian Museum of America Works to Restore Collection of Rare Manuscripts and Prayer Scrolls
The following press release was provided by the Armenian Museum of America Watertown – As part of its Art Conservation Project, Bank of America provided a grant to the Armenian Museum of America of Watertown, Mass., to restore 21 illuminated manuscripts from its collection, one of which dates back to the 13th century, the museum…
Read MoreArmenian Museum of America Pulls From Its Own Treasury of Artwork for Newest Art Exhibition
The following press release was provided by the Armenian Museum of America Watertown – The Armenian Museum of America in Watertown has recently opened its latest exhibition in the Adele and Haig Der Manuelian Galleries, “Gandzaran! Notable Selections from Our Collection.” The show is curated by Ryann Casey, and co-curated by Gary Lind- Sinanian and…
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