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Format: 2026-10-29
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    Two people stand close together, viewed from behind, looking at a vibrant abstract painting dominated by red and pink hues in an art gallery.
    Free

    ICA Free Thursday Night

    Thu, Oct 29, 5–9 PM
    Thu, Nov 5, 5–9 PM
    Thu, Nov 12, 5–9 PM
    More Dates
    Three young people walk on stage clapping, with a large screen in the background displaying TEEN NIGHT: MO… and the date OCT 24, 2025. The lighting is warm, focusing on the women in the foreground.
    Free, ICA Teens

    Timelines: Fall Teen Night and Fashion Show

    Fri, Oct 30, 6–9 PM
    A Day of the Dead altar with a large skull, candles, marigold flowers, two framed photos, and the letters V ROCC displayed in the background creates a vibrant tribute reminiscent of dia de muertos Boston celebrations.
    At the Watershed, Free

    Watershed Community Event: Veronica Robles Cultural Center Day of the Dead

    Sat, Oct 31, 10 AM–5 PM
    Sun, Nov 1, 10 AM–5 PM
    Mon, Nov 2, 10 AM–4 PM
    A circular drawing of a spooky castle behind a spiderweb pattern, decorated with several black spiders and a crescent moon.
    Art Making, Free

    Halloween Art-Making: Spooky Story Spinners 

    Sat, Oct 31, 11 AM–3 PM
    A dark, moody painting of several figures in a subway car. One person sits on a bench in the foreground, while three others stand or face away in the background, all surrounded by metal poles and wooden seats.
    Free, Talks, Tours + Workshops

    90 YEARS Exhibition Tour

    Sat, Oct 31, 1 PM
    Sat, Nov 7, 1 PM
    Sun, Nov 8, 1 PM
    More Dates
    A man and woman sit at a table with a young boy working on an art project during ICA Boston Family Days, with a graphic overlay reading Mayor Michelle Wu’s Boston Family Days City of Boston.
    Free, ICA Kids

    Boston Family Days

    Sun, Nov 1, 10 AM–5 PM
    Sun, Nov 8, 10 AM–5 PM
    Sun, Dec 6, 10 AM–5 PM
    More Dates
    A family sitting at a table doing arts and crafts. An adult and young girl work closely together, while another adult in a cap focuses on a project. Art supplies are scattered across the table; a colorful mural is behind them.
    Art Making, Free, ICA Kids

    Play Date: Free Family Art Day

    Sun, Nov 1, 10 AM–3 PM
    Sun, Dec 6, 10 AM–3 PM
    Sun, Feb 7, 2027, 10 AM–3 PM
    More Dates
    Four people stand in a line against a light-colored background, posing in coordinated dance stances.
    Film, Free

    “Feel no guilt in your desire:” 90 YEARS Short Film Program  

    Thu, Nov 5, 6–9 PM
    Sun, Dec 13, 12–4 PM
    Exterior view of a modern building with large glass windows and a staircase on the facade. People walk nearby on a clear day, and the letters ICA are visible on the upper section of the building.
    Free

    Bank of America Museums on Us

    Sat, Nov 7, 10 AM–5 PM
    Sun, Nov 8, 10 AM–5 PM
    Sat, Dec 5, 10 AM–5 PM
    More Dates
    A person with long gray hair and glasses stands in front of a display of colorful abstract paintings at an art show, smiling and wearing a black and red shirt. Artworks are arranged on the wall and table.
    At the Watershed, Free

    Watershed Community Event: Harboring Creativity

    Sat, Nov 7, 11 AM–4 PM
    Sun, Nov 8, 11 AM–4 PM
    Art Making, Free

    Art-Making After Dark

    Thu, Nov 12, 6–8:30 PM
    Thu, Dec 10, 6–8:30 PM
    Thu, Jan 14, 2027, 6–8:30 PM
    More Dates
    A person with short, styled hair and a ribbed sweater smiles at the camera, resting their crossed arms on a table. They wear a watch and bracelet, and the photo is in black and white.
    Free, Talks

    The Artist’s Voice: Leilah Babirye with Ruth Erickson 

    Thu, Nov 12, 7 PM
    A painting of a park with lush greenery, people sitting on benches, a person holding a child near pink flowers, and tall buildings visible in the background.
    Free, Virtual events

    Online Series: Eyes on Art

    Tue, Nov 17, 2 PM
    Tue, Dec 15, 2 PM
    A black-and-white photo shows a man in large, dark sunglasses and a leather jacket surrounded by a group of stylishly dressed women and men at a crowded indoor gathering.
    Free, Talks

    Gallery Talk: Max Gruber on 90 YEARS

    Sun, Nov 22, 2 PM
    Two abstract, faceless busts—one dark, one yellow—lean together on a pedestal. The dark figure has coiled metal on its head; the yellow figure has twisted black cords as hair. Both have textured, rough surfaces.
    Free, Talks

    Gallery Talk: Ruth Erickson on Leilah Babirye: Embaga ya Naki ne Naki (Wedding of Naki and Naki)

    Sun, Dec 13, 2 PM
    On view exhibitions
    A lavender wall displays an arrangement of small, black-framed portraits in black and white—each featuring individual people

    To My Best Friend

    Jan 23 – Dec 31, 2026
    Nine oil paintings, reminiscent of Cynthia Daignault’s style showcased at ICA Boston, depict scenic mountain landscapes with dramatic clouds, lush greenery, rock formations, and a colorful sunset, all arranged in a three-by-three grid on a white wall.

    Cynthia Daignault: Valley

    Aug 27, 2026 – Jan 18, 2027
    A white sculpted bust with two faces and black and orange textured material resembling hair—reminiscent of Leilah Babirye’s distinctive style—sits on a round white pedestal in a green-walled gallery at ICA Boston, with other abstract sculptures in the background.

    Leilah Babirye: Embaga ya Naki ne Naki (Wedding of Naki and Naki)

    Aug 27, 2026 – Jan 18, 2027
    Museum exhibition gallery featuring a wall covered in photo collages, a 90 Years title, a large map of Boston with historic site markers, and smaller framed photographs with descriptive captions.

    90 YEARS

    Oct 15, 2026 – Mar 7, 2027
    A pencil sketch of a harbor with a large cruise ship docked at a pier, displayed on a wire grid among other papers for my ica story.

    My ICA Story

    Oct 15, 2026 – Mar 7, 2027
    Eleven framed portraits of a woman sitting on a chair, arranged in a grid on a white wall.

    90 YEARS — Beyond the Galleries

    Oct 1, 2026 – Mar 7, 2027
    A large textured wall installation with abstract black circular and linear shapes arranged in a geometric pattern

    Caroline Monnet: Man-made Land

    Sep 25, 2025 – Mar 21, 2027

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