31-37 Mellen Street
The Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA) purchased 31-37 Mellen Street, a 26,000 square foot property, from Lesley University in late December 2025. Located in the Baldwin neighborhood between Harvard Square and Porter Square, the site is in close proximity to the area’s many amenities including local retail restaurants, and the MBTA train stations and bus transportation.
The CHA is planning to create new affordable housing on the sites under the provisions of the Affordable Housing Overlay (AHO).
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Screen on the Green
Join us for family nights in the park with music, performers and a big screen movie.
Screen on the Green
Join us for family nights in the park with music, performers and a big screen movie.
Screen on the Green
Join us for family nights in the park with music, performers and a big screen movie.
Screen on the Green
Join us for family nights in the park with music, performers and a big screen movie.
Screen on the Green
Join us for family nights in the park with music, performers and a big screen movie.
Park Sounds: Matching Set (Main)
Matching Set is a twin-led indie-folk band performing original songs with lush vocal harmonies and poetic lyrics.Their set features intimate compositions blending European and American influences.
PARK SOUNDS 2026 brings free outdoor musical performances featuring local artists to the front lawn of the Cambridge Public Library Main Branch. These events are all-ages. Bring a chair, food, and loved ones to celebrate the summer! Funding is provided by the CPL Foundation in memory of Janet Axelrod.