News & Updates

Hailing from the Amherst area, local artist Gillian Haven spent 20 years of her career living across the country. Now based in Pelham, Haven sat down with Amherst Media to discuss her creative process.

In the summer of 2024, Amherst Rec launched their adaptive swim program. Their goal to make the pool, a notoriously stressful setting for those with sensory difficulties, more inclusive for all. 

With the original location closed for renovation, the Jones Library has been settling nicely into its new temporary location on University Drive.

On some Saturdays during the growing season, you can find the Amherst Public Shade Tree Committee with shovels in hand and their yellow town truck behind them, digging into the Earth in their effort to preserve and protect Amherst's trees.

The fifth annual Odenong Powwow took place this past May, bringing together community members for an ancient Native Cultural Celebration.

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Join Us on Saturday, December 14th 2024, 5:30pm - 10pm  at the UMass Amherst Student Union Ballroom

Saturdays at the Amherst History Museum from 11am - 3pm until November 2, 2024

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