A long-lost box of photographs has inspired a powerful new exhibition at The Mayor’s Gallery at Cambridge City Hall, celebrating the stories and spirit of working-class communities in Cambridge.
“The Diner Project – Remembering a Time Past But Not Forgotten,” features black-and-white photographs taken between 1974–1977 by then-student and aspiring photographer Andrew Mark Satter. Over three years, Satter documented life inside Russ’s Kitchenette Diner, a 1930s railcar-style diner and beloved East Cambridge institution that served city workers for over 40 years before closing in 1978.
Join us tonight for an opening reception including artist talk, Q&A, and book signing from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM on the 2nd floor of Cambridge City Hall. The exhibition will be on view through November 14, 2025, during City Hall hours.
The opening event is free & open to all! Light refreshments will be served.
Due to weather, this event has been postponed to Sunday February 23, 2025 | 2-4pm
The Cambridge Museum of History & Culture invites you to experienceGrace: The History of Black Churches in Cambridge, an exhibition honoring Black History Month that shall be on display throughout February at the Kendall Public Lobby. Throughout this nation’s history, Black Churches have been a cornerstone of community, culture, and resilience, and this has certainly been the case in Cambridge. Black Churches have played an essential role not only in the spiritual lives of their congregants, but also serving as incubators for social justice, education, and community building. Gracestrives to illuminate part of the rich history and contributions by highlighting just some of these enduring institutions, focusing on their collective, enduring legacy in our community. By showcasing the history of these important institutions, Grace aims to foster a deeper understanding of their significance in Cambridge’s past, present, and future.
The Grace Exhibitis made possible by the generous work of community curators: Chandra Salvi Harrington, Deacon Cheryl Maynard, Dr. Cheryl Townsend Gilkes, Dr. Janie Ward, Dr. Kris Manjapra, Lynette Riley-Belle, Patricia Weems, Reverend Dr. Ellis I. Washington, Reverend Lorraine Thornhill, Sister Danita Callender, and Valerie Beaudrault, in fellowship with church congregations across the city. We would like to thank our generous sponsors for the tremendous support and incredible platform to connect, share, and learn: BXP, Cambridge Arts, The Cambridge Historical Commission, The Cambridge Redevelopment Authority, The Office of Mayor E. Denise Simmons, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
For more information about The Cambridge Museum of History & Culture, please their website at www.cambridgehistorymuseum.com or connect with them by phone at (617) 349-4327.
