Events

Maps trace out the complicated history of places, and we can use them to document geography in much the same way that we can use diaries and letters to document biography. 

In the eight cases of this exhibition, we follow the changing…

In the Leventhal Map & Education Center’s exhibition Terrains of Independence, maps will offer an entry point to a reconsideration of the Revolutionary War through the lens of locality and place.

In 1775, a collision of word-historical…

As part of their Havana in Hyde Park Revisited series, Artists-at-Large & ArtsAmica present Still Lifes: A Solo Exhibit by Humberto Aguiar Gil. Fourteen untitled oil paintings by Cuban artist Aguiar Gil are on view in the Circulation Room,…

Photographer Rob MacIntosh showcases Encounters, an art exhibition that brings together images collected over time and distance, offering viewers a chance to share in the wonder and connection found in life's fleeting…

Schedule a FREE 1:1 Career Coaching Session with a MassHire Downtown Boston career coach. In these sessions, our coaches can provide you with the latest information on:

October 7, 2025 - April 3, 2026Tuesday - Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Out of the Box: Unpacking the World of Archives opens up archives to visitors, demonstrating what archives are, what we can learn from them, and what archivists do to…

Marking 250 years since the Revolutionary War and the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the exhibition Revolution! 250 Years of Art & Activism in Boston reflects on the nation’s founding ideals, asking: To whom were these promises…

Older Adults 65+ will have the opportunity to speak with a certified counselor about Health Insurance & prescription drug plans to get the best coverage at the lowest cost! 

Please contact the Age Strong Commission to book your…

Jigsaw puzzles and jazz music have a lot in common: They're both creative and fun, and they both get your brain waves engaged. So do your brain a favor: Join us for puzzles and jazz music! 

Light snacks will be provided.

Need in-person help with the court system in Massachusetts? 

Visit the Central Library to meet Court Service Center staff in-person! 

Court Service Center staff can answer questions, help with court forms in certain types of…

This introductory workshop will share benefits and research in baby sign and your communication with your baby as well as ways to teach your baby many American Sign Language Signs. For pre-verbal children. 

Accessibility Notice: We…

Need help with everyday tasks on your phone, tablet, or computer? The Digital Equity Team can help! Get free, one-on-one tech assistance to solve your most urgent needs. Please note: This is not a computer class. Someone will help you…

Join artist Maria Fong for a relaxing and inspiring session where you'll learn to draw and create your own unique painting alongside fellow art enthusiasts.

Space is limited. Registration is required.  

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Need help with using our online Business Electronic Resources? 

Meet with a Kirstein Business Library staff member and get help at our drop-in on the second Thursday of every month from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. 

Can't make…

Join us in the afternoons all year at the Hyde Park Branch to watch and talk about anime! 

Make new friends, build community, and even get help with your homework!

Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To…

Visit the library and receive homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required to attend. This program is made possible through our partnership with the Boston Teachers Union…

Teens (ages 13-18) join us for our monthly Romance Book Group. We meet the 2nd Thursday of every month starting in October. Pick up your copy at the Teen Desk and check it out at Circulation.

Registration is not required. Space is limited.

Visit the library and receive homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required to attend. This program is made possible through our partnership with the Boston Teachers Union…

Visit the library and receive homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required to attend. This program is made possible through our partnership with the Boston Teachers Union…

Calling all building enthusiasts!

Stop by our weekly drop-in building program to use your creativity while building STEM skills. Work with friends or on your own to create whatever you can imagine from our large bins of bricks. 

All…