Kendall Center
Galaxy Park is a triangular park, located in the intersection of Broadway, Main, and Third Street here in Kendall Square. This newly renovated park provides a space for the community to gather. Features include a water fountain, new benches, plantings and updated landscaping, and creative art pieces. Kendall Center hosts several events each spring and summer season, including a concert series and other fun popups.
Artist: Syliva López Chavez Installed December 1, 2022. “It is a magical urban garden vibe with light-catching shimmer for a space traveler going from one plane to another. The piece evokes nature’s geometry hoping to connect with the movement and human flow as they go up and down the stairs. The sun-flower fan shapes use…
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Artist: Maria Molteni Date of install: September 2022
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Artist: Destiny Palmer Installed: September 2022, Completed October 2023
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The Urban Park (UP) Roof Garden is home to three raised beds maintained by a farmer from Green City Growers. The beds produce a harvest of assorted produce, including vegetables and herbs, as well as flowers and squash. Produce gathered from the UP garden are offered for free to anyone visiting the roof. Starting April…
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Artists: Youth Artists in the “Teen Public Art Program at the Community Art Center” Designed: Fall 2021 Installed: June 2022
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Artists: Jessie and Katey Installed: September 2021
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The Urban Park pickleball court is open for play following recent repairs.
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