Mid-Cambridge is a neighborhood in Cambridge, MA. The name defines its location along the northern tier of Cambridge and toward the center east to west. The eastern border is Prospect Street, Peabody Street in the west, Massachusetts Avenue on the south, and Line, Hampshire, and Kirkland Streets to the north, right along the border with the town of Somerville.
Harvard Square, Central Square, and Inman Square are all on the borders of Mid-Cambridge and offer public transportation on the T that will take you just about anywhere. There is also a bus service within Mid-Cambridge. Walking is a popular pastime here. There are sidewalks, lots of shops, and tree-lined streets. This is a neighborhood of apartments, multi-family houses, and condos. Some of them are historic, and some are the result of initiatives in the 1970s and ’80s to add additional housing to the area. The architecture in the neighborhood ranges from beautiful historic buildings to more modern constructions.
Mid-Cambridge is home to part of Harvard University. It includes Harvard Yard, the Harvard Art Museums (formerly known as the Sackler Museum), and Sanders Theatre. This is a culturally rich area where you can find art, music, and much more.
The Longfellow House on Brattle Street is a historic landmark. Not only was it the home of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, but it was also the headquarters for General Washington during his stay in Cambridge while Boston was under siege by the British.
Despite a dense population, Mid-Cambridge manages to have plenty of green space. Joan Lorentz Park is an open space with tennis courts and a playground for the little ones, but mostly, it is just a place to sunbathe or throw frisbees in nice weather.
If you love to shop, opportunity is abundant in Mid-Cambridge. You will find Lush, Crate & Barrel, True Value Hardware, Staples, Urban Outfitters, and the Gap in the area.
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