Programs at the Park
Inspired by the design and key features of Armenian Heritage Park that tell the story of the immigrant experience, Programs at the Park are engaging people of all ages, cultures and ethnicities, all coming together on common ground. Many programs, offered in collaboration with civic, arts, educational and cultural organizations, are planned by the Friends of Armenian Heritage Park. Several are supported by an endowed fund; most depend on the generosity of gifts-in-kind.
ANNUAL RECONFIGURATION: ABSTRACT SCULPTURE, October
Supported by the Park’s Charles & Doreen Bilezikian Endowed Fund
A crane lifts and pulls apart the two halves of the split rhomboid dodecahedron, made of steel and aluminum, to create a new sculptural shape, symbolic of a new life. The annual reconfiguration serves as a continual source of discovery, delight and engagement, enhancing the visitor experience.
“...public art, permanent and alive...”
– Joanna Weiss, The Boston Globe
DAY OF REMEMBRANCE, on or around April 24
During April, the Armenian Genocide Commemoration Committee of Greater Boston offers the annual remembrance to “stand united against genocide not only the Armenian Genocide but all genocides".
WELCOME RECEPTION FOR NEW CITIZENS, June
following their Naturalization Ceremony at Faneuil Hall
Supported by the Anna & Noubar Afeyan Endowed Fund
A festive celebration welcomes our newest citizens with live music, refreshments and welcoming gifts from Boston's cultural, arts and civic organizations.
CELEBRATE PUBLIC ART! first Saturday in May
The Park’s shape-changing Abstract Sculpture and Labyrinth are highlighted as examples of Public Art that invite discovery, connection and interaction, engaging all generations. On this day, we participate in World Labyrinth Day: Walking as One in Peace & Harmony, a global initiative of The Labyrinth Society that unites people around the world,walking as one.
"Public art is the way we express ourselves as a community — i
t’s the way we tell our story."
Karin Goodfellow, Director of Public Art, City of Boston
CELEBRATING WHAT UNITES US! monthly, June-August
Each program highlights the country of origin of many living and working in the City of Boston and beyond, building community, strengthening connections and fostering cross-cultural understanding.
“Today we are celebrating what binds us together. This togetherness, this celebration and the embrace of our difference,
is how we not only survive but thrive."
- Tania Del Rio, Mayor’s Office of Women’s Advancement
CELEBRATE ARMENIA!, Saturday on or around September 12
This joyful celebration of the arts, culture, tradition and heritage through music, dance, cuisine and storytelling in honor of Armenian Independence Day is offered in collaboration with Kamurjner Cultural Connections.
MOVEMENT & WALKING MEDITATION, weekly, June-August
Each weekly session opens with Qigong, a simple body-mind practice followed by all walking the Labyrinth together, is offered in collaboration with the Boston Public Health Commission and The Greenway Conservancy.
UNDER THE MOON series, June-August
Evenings to meet and greet, old friends and new, walk the moonlit labyrinth, and enjoy live music and refreshments.
VISIT TO THE PARK, April - November
For schools, youth groups and corporations, this program offers an introduction to the Park and invites participants to share experiences and walk the Labyrinth together, fostering reflection and dialogue while building common ground.
GIVING THANKS: TOGETHER IN CELEBRATION! November
Sunday Afternoon to meet and greet, enjoy a musical performance and refreshments, and bring a winter hat, scarf or gloves for the Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) Clothing Drive.Winter Drive.
CANDLELIT LABYRINTH WALK: IN PEACE & HARMONY, December
Early evening to meet and greet, walk the candlelit labyrinth and enjoy hot chocolate and holiday cookies.