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Harvard Square: Social-History of Cambridge, MA
HAA 170G

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Description

Harvard Square has a rich history; under its earlier name of Newtowne (founded in 1630), it was once the site of the Massachusetts capital. Much has changed. This class looks back on the many changes Harvard Square has undergone, recent challenges it has faced, and asks class members to think forward about how it might be re-envisioned. This class will combine work in local archives on issues related to history and policy, meetings on local Cambridge political issues, and an array of local design and drawing assignments. Learn how Harvard fits in; Be part of the change.

Class Notes

Petitions will be accepted on a rolling basis. Alongside your petition, please write a short statement detailing why you want to take the course, and what prior experience (if any) you may have on the subject.

Enrollment limited. Priority given to concentrators in the History of Art and Architecture.

School Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Credits 4
Cross Reg

Available for Harvard Cross Registration

Course Component Conference Course
Grading Basis FAS Letter Graded
Exam/Final Deadline Dec. 11, 2026
General Education N/A
Quantitative Reasoning with Data N/A
Divisional Distribution Arts and Humanities
Course Level For Undergraduate and Graduate Students