Arlington Cultural District

06/07/2026

Today in the District, join a collaborative murals workshop at Mystic Open Studio and live music at the Visitor Center by Uncle Sam Plaza!

05/30/2026

Due to weather forecast, the Arlington Visitor Center will not be open today.

05/26/2026

Re-Examining Our Roots: The Declaration of Independence at 250
Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Arlington High School | Free

The Arlington Human Rights Commission invites the community to a talk and conversation exploring the Declaration of Independence and its meaning today. Michael Kozuch, K–12 Director of History and Social Studies for Arlington Public Schools, will provide historical background on the Declaration and its continuing importance. Participants will then join break-out discussions on key concepts in the Declaration and their relevance in the present day.

The program will conclude with remarks by Howard Winkler, former President of the Arlington Historical Society and past President of the Arlington Civil Rights Commission, who will offer a tribute to Black Bostonian abolitionist Prince Hall and his insistence that the Declaration’s promise that “all men are created equal” applied to Black people as well.

Refreshments will be provided, and registration is requested: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYyF0ThHET7xZKB5a9AA1uV63iu4VYKL0bxV2td_WUd7OIog/viewform

This event is presented by the Arlington Human Rights Commission and Arlington Historical Society as part of Freedom's Way National Heritage Area of Nature, Culture & History.

05/24/2026

NOTE: Due to rain forecast, today's pop-up event at the Arlington Visitor Center will be postponed.

05/17/2026

This afternoon in Arlington Center!

Today at 12:30PM, come enjoy the music of the Better Late - Boston at the A-Town Tiny Shed series Sunday arts pop-up, Uncle Sam Plaza in Arlington Center!

This series is presented in partnership with Freedom's Way National Heritage Area during its of Nature, Culture & History, with additional support from Mirak Properties and Mass Cultural Council

https://artsarlington.org/tinyshed

05/10/2026

Come to hear some jazz on this beautiful Mother's Day at the Visitor's Center!

05/01/2026

This Sunday, stop by for the launch of the all-new Arlington Tiny Shed Arts & Discovery Series at the Uncle Sam Plaza, 12:30-2. Enjoy live jazz music by Bike Path Bop and stop by the Arts Arlington table to learn about the new weekend pop-up series and opportunities to explore Arlington's rich Cultural District! Learn more at https://artsarlington.org/2026/05/arlington-tiny-shed-arts-discovery-series-launches/

04/23/2026

Meet our new Poet Laureate in the Robbins Library Community Room tonight at 7PM!

Tonight, 7PM, "Passing the Torch — Introducing Arlington’s Next Poet Laureate"! The Arlington Poet Laureate Committee invites you to an evening celebration to thank the Town’s outgoing Poet Laureate, Jean P. Flanagan, and to welcome the newly appointed poet, Teresa Cader. Meet the new Poet Laureate, hear her poetry, and learn more about her hopes and dreams for engaging community members of all ages. Robbins Library Community Room, 700 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA.

04/18/2026

Lots of Patriots Day weekend activity in town, sponsored by Leader Bank!

02/20/2026

Storefront Improvement Grant Application Now Open. The Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) is now accepting applications to enhance Arlington’s business districts, including the Cultural District. High-quality facades and signage increase foot traffic and revenue; our goal is to help local businesses improve their accessibility, beauty, and streetscape presence. Applications accepted now through February 27, for partial reimbursement of projects to be completed and requested by April 1, 2026. See

The Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) is now accepting applications to enhance Arlington’s business districts. High-quality facades and signage increase foot traffic and revenue; our goal is to help local businesses improve their accessibility, beauty, and streetscape presenc...