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Watertown Police Partner with Historical Society on Calming Dairy Exhibit
WATERTOWN – A few months ago, officers from the Watertown Police Department reached out to the Historical Society of Watertown with an idea — could they collaborate on an exhibit to bring a calming, community-focused presence to the station lobby? The answer was a resounding yes. The result is a new display featuring historic photos,…
Read MoreWatertown Feedback Shapes MAPC’s I-90 Corridor Blueprint
WATERTOWN – On July 31, the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) held a public feedback session at CIty Hall in Watertown as part of its I-90 Corridor Development and Resiliency Plan. Covering five corridor communities, the study uses GIS analysis to identify sites for development and preservation with climate impacts in mind. The draft map…
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 MoreNew Entrances at Mount Auburn Cemetery Welcome the Public and Improve Accessibility
The following Press release was provided by Mount Auburn Cemetery CAMBRIDGE – Mount Auburn Cemetery celebrated the opening of five new walk-in entrances to expand public access to the country’s premier garden cemetery. The new custom-designed gates along Mount Auburn Street will be open to the public 365 days a year to make the historic green space…
Read MoreWatertown House with Ties to the American Revolution Subject of New Exhibit for its 250th Anniversary
The following announcement was provided by the Historical Society of Watertown WATERTOWN – The Historical Society of Watertown celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Edmund Fowle House (built in 1772) and the 100th anniversary of the Historical Society’s purchase of the house (from Charles Brigham in 1922) with a new exhibit. Learn about the historical…
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