About This Exhibition
Central Square is Cambridge's most authentically diverse neighborhood center. While Harvard Square has the tourists, Central has the soul — Ethiopian and Bangladeshi restaurants, live music venues like The Middle East and Sonia, dive bars, Indian grocery stores, and community organizations. The annual World's Fair celebrates the square's multiculturalism. It's where Cambridge's artists, immigrants, students, and techies collide in productive chaos.
Exhibition Highlights
Visitor's Advisory
- 1.The Middle East complex has multiple venues — check listings
- 2.Try Ethiopian food at Addis Red Sea or Café Eritrea
- 3.Central Square is the most walkable to both Harvard and MIT
- 4.Weekend brunch spots are less crowded than Harvard Square
- 5.June's World's Fair is one of Cambridge's best free events
Arriving by Rail
Nearby Exhibitions
More Landmarks in Cambridge
Walking Tours
Where to Eat Nearby
Pammy's
Toscanini's Ice Cream
Cicada Coffee Bar
Life Alive Organic Cafe
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Always accessible; restaurants and music venues keep late hours
Admission
Free
Address
Massachusetts Ave & Prospect St, Cambridge, MA 02139
Best Time to Visit
Evenings for live music scene. Weekends for restaurant exploration.
Accessibility
Fully accessible urban area
“A photograph is obligatory. A moment of reflection, optional but recommended.”
Every attraction tells a story. This one is yours to discover.