Born to Die: A Tribute to Lana Del Rey

7:30pm show is SOLD OUT. 9:00pm show added! Known for her sold-out tributes to Bowie, Stevie Nicks, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, and Blondie, Niki Luparelli takes over the dome with her classically trained and artfully worn voice to honor the music of Lana. Backed by strings and harp, the evening features special arrangements of favorites from Born to Die, Ultraviolence, Honeymoon, Norman F*ing Rockwell and more! Fused together with stunning, original full dome visuals overhead, experience the music you love in a wild new way! Don’t miss this one-night-only evening full of Music to Watch the Boys To under the stars. We’re Off to the Races…"

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Living a Triggered Life Podcast

The Museum of Science is proud to welcome back the Triggered Project with an all-new live taping of&nbsp;Living a Triggered Life&nbsp;podcast, declared by Feedspot as one of the Top 2 Rated Podcasts To Watch on the web. Created and hosted by Keith Mascoll (SAG-AFTRA, AEA) and Roxann Mascoll (MSW LICSW), this groundbreaking podcast asks the question: “how do you navigate being triggered while in a relationship?”&nbsp;

Women And Girls’ Health – The Case of Diabetes

Join us at the Museum of Science for an empowering evening exploring the intersection of diabetes and women’s and girls’ health! In partnership with&nbsp;360 Girls and Women LLC, this special program brings together leading physicians for a dynamic conversation on the unique ways diabetes impacts women across all stages of life. Hear from a&nbsp;women’s health cardiology specialist, a dedicated&nbsp;pediatrician, and a&nbsp;diabetes-focused endocrinologist, as they share insights on heart health, childhood and adolescent risk factors, hormones, prevention, and whole-person wellness. Through engaging discussions, learn about practical tools to better understand, navigate, and advocate for your health or the health of the girls and women you care about. Whether you’re living with diabetes, supporting a loved one, or simply eager to learn, this event offers an inspiring space to connect, discover, and strengthen community.

Ringing in 150: The History (and Future) of Telecommunications 

Learn about the history of the telephone and its roots in Massachusetts (patented in March 1876 by Alexander Graham Bell, at the time a professor at Boston University) including the race to file a patent on it, and the first telephone demonstrations around the Boston area. Discover more about the later waves of connectivity innovation, including the development of the world’s most widely-used smartphone operating system, Android, and look to the future of telecommunications, surfacing current challenges and opportunities. Part of the Museum’s Year of Revolutionary Science, come celebrate the history of one of humanity’s most vital revolutions and envision the future of telecommunications beyond the tools we rely on today.

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When the Forest Breathes with Author Suzanne Simard

Join us at the Museum of Science for a captivating conversation with acclaimed forest ecologist and bestselling author Suzanne Simard as she presents her new book, When the Forest Breathes. Building on the groundbreaking insights of her previous book, the bestseller&nbsp;Finding the Mother Tree, Simard reveals how the deep cycles of renewal in forests hold the key to protecting threatened ecosystems from climate change and human disruption. Drawing on decades of research in her native British Columbia and collaboration with Indigenous communities, Simard demonstrates how forests thrive through intricate networks of life—from elder trees passing on their genetic knowledge to mushrooms breaking down fallen logs. Her work illuminates how thoughtful stewardship can restore balance to landscapes affected by logging, wildfire, and environmental pressures. With warmth, wisdom, and a profound reverence for nature, Simard intertwines her scientific discoveries with reflections on life, loss, and renewal, showing how the rhythms of the forest mirror our own journeys. When the Forest Breathes is a hopeful call to action, proving that through care, insight, and community, reversing environmental decline is within our reach. Tickets to this event includes a signed copy of When the Forest Breathes. This event is presented in partnership with Brookline Booksmith.

¡A Bailar!

Join us for an evening at the intersection of artistic movement, wellness, and belonging in the Latinx and Hispanic communities as part of the Museum's yearlong focus on Revolutionary Science. Through the lens of artistic expression, some of New England’s leading artmakers, dancers, and musicians will amplify the importance of dance and movement in maintaining their own wellness, as well as the power in embracing the arts as a vehicle and catalyst for creating community, identity, inclusion and belonging. Following the conversation, the Museum’s Blue Wing turns into a celebration of the sights and sounds of the Latinx and Hispanic culture and community, featuring performances and audience demonstrations from the Afro-Latin dance scene, dancing to DJ music, and more! 7:15–7:30 PM — DJ La Nena (Pre-show music) 7:30–8:30 PM — Panel Discussion 8:30–8:45 PM — Dance Class 8:45–9:15 PM — DJ La Nena 9:15–9:45 PM — Shows 9:45–10:30 PM — DJ La Nena

Mass Innovation Nights

Join us as we celebrate the highly anticipated re-launch of Mass Innovation Nights at the Museum of Science, a new chapter for Boston’s original grassroots innovation showcase, part of the Museum’s Year of Revolutionary Science. Mass Innovation Nights (MIN) started in 2009 with a website and monthly event designed to give startups meaningful exposure and connect them with investors, prospective customers, strategic partners, and the media. Over time, MIN has hosted more than 130 events, helping exhibitors secure over $4 billion in funding while also engaging job seekers, students, professors, employers, and the innovation community at large. At each event, ten to fifteen companies showcase a new product, and the innovation community turns out to blog, post pictures and video, add product mentions to social media, and otherwise spread the word. There are also connections made with prospective investors, customers, employees and service providers. Now, we’re bringing that mission to one of the state’s most iconic institutions. Join us on April 15 when ten local companies will debut their latest innovations inside the Museum of Science, connecting with creators, technologists, investors, students, and supporters who care deeply about the future of Massachusetts ingenuity. Attendees can meet the makers, explore fresh ideas, and help spread the word across social platforms- just as our community has done from day one. Be part of the next era of discovery, collaboration, and local innovation, right here at the Museum of Science. Let’s make the buzz louder than ever.

Indigenous Knowledge and Climate Change: The Keys to Our Resilient Future

Across the globe, the Land Back movement has become pivotal in restoring Indigenous control over traditional territories. What changes when Indigenous nations regain stewardship of their homelands? How does land sovereignty connect to resilient futures for all?  Join us on Earth Day for an evening of powerful dialogue exploring how Indigenous-led land stewardship drives climate solutions. We’ll dive into the ecological impact of returning buffalo and other keystone species, the cascading effects of soil aeration and habitat restoration, and the crucial role of Indigenous agricultural practices—from seed saving to selective breeding—in supporting biodiversity in a changing climate. Together, we’ll examine how Indigenous peoples are revitalizing ecosystems and rebuilding relationships between land, species, and community

Built to Last: An Evening of Climate Tech Innovations

Join us for a dynamic showcase of cutting-edge climate tech startups as visionary founders pitch scalable solutions aimed at building a greener, more resilient future. Frankenbuild Ventures invests in climate tech companies beyond the MVP stage—startups where sustainable innovation meets real-world impact, and where green isn't a perk, it's the goal. With a sharp focus on technologies that combine resilient design, scalable infrastructure, and visionary leadership, F(v) is accelerating the path to a zero-carbon future—empowering businesses and communities alike. Come witness the next generation of climate innovation—and the people building it

My GPS Journey: 3 Wrongs Made it Just Right

We all rely on GPS every day — from driving directions to aviation, shipping, emergency response, and the growing world of autonomous systems. But how many of us truly understand how GPS works, why it’s vulnerable, and what we can do to protect its future? Join the Harvard Business School Association of Boston and the Museum of Science for a fascinating conversation with Harold “Hal” Jones, one of the early innovators in modern GPS. Hal will explain, in clear and engaging terms: <ul><li>How GPS accuracy improved more than 100× beyond what its original designers intended</li><li>Why today’s GPS systems can be jammed, spoofed, or deceived — sometimes with dangerous consequences</li><li>What steps governments, businesses, and technology leaders can take to safeguard navigation in an era of cyber threats and AI-driven systems</li></ul>The discussion will be moderated by Ben Shapiro, Professor of Marketing Emeritus at Harvard Business School and a respected business thinker known for his ability to make complex topics accessible, thoughtful, and relevant. Whether you are a business leader, technologist, student or are just curious about how a technology we take for granted shapes the world around us, this is a conversation for you. To access an exclusive networking pre-reception as well as the main program, please purchase a combination ticket for $50.&nbsp;This ticket grants access to networking with HBSAB members and the evening’s speakers as well as light bites and a cash bar. Access to just the main program is free with pre-registration.

AI and the Future of Cancer Treatments | A Reno Family Foundation Symposium

Sophia Shalhout, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Harvard Medical School and a Principal Investigator at the Mike Toth Cancer Research Center at Mass Eye and Ear. Her groundbreaking research applies AI and big data analytics to complex biomedical data, with the goal of advancing personalized medicine for high-risk cancer patients. Dr. Shalhout’s work goes beyond improving individual treatment plans- she is also using AI to accelerate the discovery of new therapies that target some of the most challenging, traditionally "undruggable" cancer proteins. By optimizing molecular interactions and drug-like properties, her approach merges computational biology with lab-based validation, opening doors to entirely new treatment options for deadly cancers. Through presentation and conversation, Dr. Shalhout will share how these powerful technologies are reshaping the landscape of cancer care- from precision medicine to faster, smarter drug development. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear firsthand from one of the leading minds at the intersection of AI and oncology- where innovation meets impact.

Soul Speak: Where Story Meets Soul

ReRooted Productions returns to the Museum of Science with Soul Speak, an ongoing community gathering, bringing new voices, new stories and new questions. These gatherings explore engaging themes of cultural identity, art, community activism and Black self-care.

The Collective Cure: Upstream Solutions for Better Public Health

Join the Museum of Science for a compelling conversation with Dr. Monica Wang, award-winning public health researcher, and educator celebrating the release of her new book,&nbsp;The Collective Cure&nbsp;(Beacon Press), exploring how the spaces where we live, work, learn, and connect shape our health long before we enter a clinic. Drawing from the powerful, story-driven narrative at the heart of her book, Dr. Wang illuminates the social and structural forces that influence well-being, from income and neighborhood conditions to social connection and belonging. Through the lived experiences of three extraordinary women across the United States, and through her own journey growing up as an Asian American bussing student and working mother, she reveals how upstream factors create downstream health outcomes- and what we can do about it. In conversation with Indira Lakshmanan, award-winning journalist and editorial leader, Dr. Wang will go beyond the pages of&nbsp;The Collective Cure&nbsp;(Beacon Press)&nbsp;to discuss actionable, community-centered strategies for building healthier futures. With clarity, urgency, and optimism, she will invite us to reimagine what becomes possible when we shift our focus from individual fixes to collective solutions. This conversation is for anyone interested in what helps individuals and communities thrive, build resilience, and navigate the systems that shape our lives.&nbsp;Discover how evidence-based, upstream approaches can transform public health- and how each of us can play a part in creating healthier communities from the ground up. Followed by book signing. Copies of&nbsp;The Collective Cure&nbsp;(Beacon Press)&nbsp;for sale on-site. Presented in Partnership with WISE (Women in Science and Engineering)

Speaking of Psychedelics: Science, Healing, and Ethical Innovation with Ibogaine

As part of the Museum’s yearlong focus on Revolutionary Science, step into the frontier of psychedelic science and culture with an evening of dialogue and convening. Join leading voices in research, advocacy, and tradition as they explore&nbsp;ibogaine—a powerful plant medicine at the center of today’s psychedelic renaissance. Through expert panel discussion and Q&amp;A, you’ll discover how U.S. veterans are finding hope and healing with ibogaine therapy; the importance of traditional knowledge and ethical access to ibogaine; how science, policy, and advocacy intersect in shaping ibogaine innovation; and more. Don't miss this evening with leading global experts, advocates, and storytellers at the intersection of revolutionary science and responsible innovation with psychedelics. In partnership with the Mahindra Humanities Center at Harvard University.

A Beautiful Resistance Live!

Don’t miss an all-new live event and evening celebrating A Beautiful Resistance from Boston Globe Deputy Managing Editor Jeneé Osterheldt! In her own words, Jeneé Osterheldt created A Beautiful Resistance “to carry on the tradition of Black artists and Black journalists in reclaiming the truth of Black folk. Like Frederick Douglass taught us, there is power in representation. Too often, we are measured by our suffering. Blackness must not be defined by our brutalization. We are more than death. When we are depicted by our extremes, the truth of us is lost. We live, fully. Our joy, our dreams, our everyday stories? That's a beautiful resistance.” Every season consists of a weekly mixtape featuring a short film, a longform story, and a Q&amp;A. The community is invited to share their own beautiful resistance on Instagram. There is music, there is story, there is love. Joy lives here. Join them.

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

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S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

Hot & new

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S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

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S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

Joyraft picks: Boston’s best things to do

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S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

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S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

The newest events on Joyraft

Just added

Just added to Joyraft

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

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Top 20 on Joyraft

S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

The hottest events happening in Boston

Trending events on Joyraft

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S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

S19: interest based

Kid-friendly events in Boston

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.

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