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"Roxbury Rhapsody" Public Conversation

The Un-monument | Re-monument | De-monument: Transforming Boston Programming

September 20, 2025
Event Date2025-09-20T12:00:53 - 2025-09-20T14:00:53

Join us for a public conversation about Roxbury Rhapsody, a major commission by now well-known Boston artist, Napoleon Jones-Henderson in the Bolling Building.

A reception will follow where you as a community member can be interviewed and asked to share your story about the past, present and future of Roxbury.

All are welcome to this free and public event!

*This public conversation is part of the National Center of Afro-American Artists' new project, FINDING OURSELVES IN PUBLIC SPACES: An UnMonument Project, and it is funded by The Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture's Un-monument Initiative, supported by a grant from The Mellon Foundation.

Finding Ourselves in Public Spaces Walking Tour: Black Women by Sharon Dunn with National Center of Afro-American Artists

Photo courtesy by National Center of Afro-American Artists

September 20, 2025
Event Date2025-09-20T12:00:53 - 2025-09-20T14:00:53

"Africa is the Beginning" Public Conversation

The Un-monument | Re-monument | De-monument: Transforming Boston Programming

September 6, 2025
Event Date2025-09-06T12:00:53 - 2025-09-06T14:00:53

Join us for a public conversation and celebration at Roxbury's YMCA about one of the original murals from the early "Black Boston's Murals Movement".

All are welcome to this free and public event!

*This public conversation is part of the National Center of Afro-American Artists' new project, FINDING OURSELVES IN PUBLIC SPACES: An UnMonument Project, and it is funded by The Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture's Un-monument Initiative, supported by a grant from The Mellon Foundation.

Finding Ourselves in Public Spaces Walking Tour: Black Women by Sharon Dunn with National Center of Afro-American Artists

Photo courtesy by National Center of Afro-American Artists

September 6, 2025
Event Date2025-09-06T12:00:53 - 2025-09-06T14:00:53

Boston’s Madison Park Technical Vocational High School Mural Tour

The Un-monument | Re-monument | De-monument: Transforming Boston Programming

August 9, 2025
Event Date2025-08-09T12:00:53 - 2025-08-09T14:00:53

Join us for a prolific mural tour featuring works by Problak and GoFive at Boston’s Madison Park Technical Vocational High School.

Featured works will be: Breathe Life by Problak and Mel King by GoFive and TakeOne.

All are welcome to this free and public event!

*This public conversation is part of the National Center of Afro-American Artists' new project, FINDING OURSELVES IN PUBLIC SPACES: An UnMonument Project, and it is funded by The Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture's Un-monument Initiative, supported by a grant from The Mellon Foundation.

Finding Ourselves in Public Spaces Walking Tour: Black Women by Sharon Dunn with National Center of Afro-American Artists

Photo courtesy by National Center of Afro-American Artists

August 9, 2025
Event Date2025-08-09T12:00:53 - 2025-08-09T14:00:53

How to Budget for Your ADU: Financing Your ADU From Design through Construction

Join the Boston Home Center for a free, virtual workshop on how to create a financing plan for your Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on August 5, 2025 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

August 5, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Free Zoom workshop
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Boston Home Center
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-08-05T18:00:47 - 2025-08-05T19:30:47

Whether you’re looking to generate extra income, or make space in your home for a loved one, an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) can help you support your household as it grows and changes. You have options for financing your ADU — and the City of Boston is ready to help you find out what option is best for you. 

Join the Boston Home Center for a free, virtual workshop on how to create a financing plan for your Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on August 5, 2025 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.. City of Boston experts will walk you through the financial side of the ADU process from start to finish. At this workshop, we’ll cover:

  • How to assess your financial readiness by examining income, debt, credit, savings, and assets.
  • Financing options, including the City’s ADU Financial Assistance Program.
  • How to create a budget for your ADU project. 
  • How to sustain your ADU with smart planning for ongoing expenses.
August 5, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Free Zoom workshop
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Boston Home Center
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-08-05T18:00:47 - 2025-08-05T19:30:47

Boston Busing in Chinatown: 50 Years Later

The Un-monument | Re-monument | De-monument: Transforming Boston Programming

September 13, 2025
Event Date2025-09-13T13:00:42 - 2025-09-13T15:00:42

Join us for a panel discussion about the historic effort led by Chinese immigrant mothers to organize for educational rights as elementary school busing began in 1975. Accompanied by outdoor photo exhibit at Chin Park and a visit by the Boston Desegregation Mobile Museum.

Boston Busing in Chinatown: 50 Years Later Panel Discussion Flyer

 

September 13, 2025
Event Date2025-09-13T13:00:42 - 2025-09-13T15:00:42

Canceled:
"Airfoil/Captain David Ramsay Memorial" Public Conversation

Reason for cancellation: Postpone event to a later date
July 26, 2025
Event Date2025-07-26T12:00:53 - 2025-07-26T14:00:53

Join us for a public conversation at Ramsay Park about Airfoil/Captain David Ramsay Memorial by Reginald Jackson and Valerie Maynard

All are welcome to this free and public event!

*This public conversation is part of the National Center of Afro-American Artists' new project, FINDING OURSELVES IN PUBLIC SPACES: An UnMonument Project, and it is funded by The Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture's Un-monument Initiative, supported by a grant from The Mellon Foundation.

Finding Ourselves in Public Spaces Walking Tour: Black Women by Sharon Dunn with National Center of Afro-American Artists

Photo courtesy by National Center of Afro-American Artists

July 26, 2025
Event Date2025-07-26T12:00:53 - 2025-07-26T14:00:53

Harriet Tubman Park's Monuments Tour and Public Conversation

The Un-monument | Re-monument | De-monument: Transforming Boston Programming

July 12, 2025
Event Date2025-07-12T12:00:53 - 2025-07-12T14:00:53

Harriet Tubman Park (450 Columbus Ave, Boston) is the first park in Boston with a statue honoring a woman. It is one of the few parks in the country with statues by two African-American women artists. These statues/monuments are Step on Board by Fern Cunningham and Emancipation by Meta Warrick. We welcome you to attend this tour of these monuments and stay for an inspirational public conversation between activist and organizer,Frieda Garcia, Angela Tate of The Museum of African American History and Barry Gaither of The National Center of Afro-American Artists on the legend known as "Moses" and how these works honor her.

All are welcome to this free and public event!

*This public conversation is part of the National Center of Afro-American Artists' new project, FINDING OURSELVES IN PUBLIC SPACES: An UnMonument Project, and it is funded by The Mayor's Office of Arts & Culture's Un-monument Initiative, supported by a grant from The Mellon Foundation.

Finding Ourselves in Public Spaces Walking Tour: Black Women by Sharon Dunn with National Center of Afro-American Artists

Photo courtesy by National Center of Afro-American Artists

July 12, 2025
Event Date2025-07-12T12:00:53 - 2025-07-12T14:00:53

Interview Skills Workshop

Prepare for your interview with us!

December 17, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Contact:
    Center for Working Families
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-17T10:00:00 - 2025-12-17T11:00:00

Explore interviewing strategies, commonly asked questions, and unexpected challenges that may arise during the interview process. Prepare for your interview with us! 

December 17, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Contact:
    Center for Working Families
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-12-17T10:00:00 - 2025-12-17T11:00:00

How to Improve Your Credit And Increase Your Score

A good credit score saves you money by opening the door to cheaper loans, better credit card offers, and greater job and housing opportunities.

August 19, 2025
Event Date2025-08-19T10:00:00 - 2025-08-19T11:00:00

Fortunately, a credit score doesn’t depend on how much money you have. It only depends on your ability to follow some basic rules. In this workshop, you can learn:

  • the formula to increase your credit score
  • how to read a credit report, and
  • how to start working one-on-one with a financial coach!
August 19, 2025
Event Date2025-08-19T10:00:00 - 2025-08-19T11:00:00

Taller De Preparación Para Compradores De Vivienda Por MassHousing

November 6, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Contact:
    Center for Working Families
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-11-06T10:00:00 - 2025-11-06T11:00:00

Presentado por MassHousing. Si está interesado en comprar una casa, este es el lugar para comenzar. En este taller, aprenderás:

  • Cómo funciona una hipoteca y cómo obtener una
  • Cómo un puntaje de crédito afecta su capacidad para obtener un préstamo
  • ¿Cuál es el costo inicial de comprar una casa?
  • ¿Cuánto necesita ahorrar para un pago inicial?
  • Donde puede obtener recursos gratuitos para facilitar el proceso
November 6, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Contact:
    Center for Working Families
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Event Type:
    Learning and lectures
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-11-06T10:00:00 - 2025-11-06T11:00:00
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