Historic Maps
These maps includes historically protected areas in Cambridge as well as projects funded for historical significance.
Cambridge Plain Language Guide
This guide outlines how to use plain language when you create print and digital content. When we use plain language principles to create and format our content, we make our information easier to understand.
Recovery Month Book Club
Join us for a special book group in honor of Recovery Month. Recovery Month, observed each September, affirms that recovery from substance use and mental health challenges is possible, and shows the city's support for every Cambridge community member in all stages of their recovery journeys. We will be reading Men We Reaped by Jasmyn Ward.
Registration is helpful but not required.
This event was created in partnership with the Cambridge Public Health Department.
Boards and Commissions
The City of Cambridge encourages and promotes involvement by residents in the decision-making process through participation on a variety of boards and commissions.
World Portuguese Language Day – Free concert (Main)
World Portuguese Language Day is celebrated every year in May. It is a celebration shared by millions around the world, including among the vast and important Portuguese speaking communities in Massachusetts. Portuguese is a global language, spoken by millions in different continents, and it is one of the most spoken languages in Massachusetts.
Join us for an afternoon of celebration with the music of Portugal, Cape Verde, and Brazil, followed by light refreshments. Performers at the event include Mia Tomé, accompanied by Zé Manel Cavaco from Portugal; Vuca Pinheiro and Nhela Sax from Cape Verde; and the Trio Alma Brasileira from Brazil. The event is organized by the Consulates General of Portugal, Cape Verde, and Brazil, with the support of Camoes, Institute for Cooperation and Language, and in partnership with the Cambridge Public Library.
Zoning FAQ
View our new Cambridge Zoning FAQ here to help you navigate the Cambridge Zoning Ordinance.
Greener City Fleet
Purchase 2 electric vehicles and 2 charging stations to accelerate Cambridge’s transition to cleaner transportation.