Fostering an active community of MIT students with an exceptional interest in the arts.
The MIT Arts Scholars program is a group of both undergrads and graduate MIT students who possess an exceptional passion for the arts, whether they are active creators or ardent connoisseurs. This peer-driven arts collective participates in a wide array of arts experiences together, both on and off campus, that are thoughtfully curated by faculty and visiting artists from the MIT Center for Art, Science & Technology (CAST) and generously supported by the Council for the Arts at MIT.
Sign up to receive notifications of events and to track your participation and progress toward becoming an Arts Scholar. We’ll cap off the spring semester with a special event to welcome new members.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to deepen your connection with the arts at MIT.
The Arts Scholars Program is funded in part due to the generous support of the Council for the Arts at MIT.
How to Participate: Sign Up
MIT undergraduates and graduates enrolled in any course of study are invited to participate in the MIT Arts Scholars Program.
Current Members
Arts Scholars represent a diverse array of artistic interests and academic studies at MIT, but share a common passion for the arts.
Upcoming MIT Arts Scholars Events
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Hanging Nasturtiums Private Guided Tour
Discover the Gardner Museum in a whole new light as you join a private guided tour with fellow Arts Scholars. Explore the galleries beneath the blossoming hanging Nasturtiums for a beautiful seasonal experience.
April 11, 2024 / 6:00pm
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
25 Evans Way
Boston, MA 02115
MIT Gala / Student Arts Showcase and Arts Scholars Celebration
Join us for an end of the year celebration of our community’s participation and commitment at the Showcase. A time for all current and new Arts Scholars to come together and revel in the creativity we’ve fostered.
Submit your works to the Showcase, open to all MIT students
April 28, 2024
MIT Stratton Student Center, Lobdell
84 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02130
A Strange Loop at the Speakeasy Stage
Join us for an unforgettable time immersed in the brilliance of A Strange Loop. Created by Michael R. Jackson, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical is a humorous masterpiece that invites you to explore the intricacies of a young artist’s inner world as he grapples with the multifaceted dimensions of identity. This collaborative production is brought to life by the dynamic partnership of the Speakeasy Stage Company and Front Porch Arts Collective.
May 4, 2024 / 2:00pm
SpeakEasy Stage
539 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02116
Arts Scholars x Jordan Rudess
Stay tuned for a closed-door event to engage with CAST Visiting Artist and keyboard virtuoso, Jordan Rudess. It might be a lunch, dinner, workshop, or a casual private talk; members of the Arts Scholars community will have the exclusive opportunity to connect with the innovative artist.
May 2024
MIT Campus
Past Events
After Dark with CAST Visiting Artist Chloe Bensahel
The After Dark Series is a highly sought after monthly party-like-experience at the MIT Museum. Each month unveils a unique theme, expertly weaving together the realms of art, science, and entertainment to create an unforgettable adult only evening. The featured artist of the March event will be CAST Visiting Artist Chloe Bensahel, whose work addresses the relationship between narrative and material, text, and textile.
March 14, 2024 / 6:00pm
MIT Museum
314 Main Street, Gambrill Center, Building E-28
Cambridge, MA 02142
Welcome Back Dinner & Drawing at MIT Workshop
Begin the new year with open arms at the first Arts Scholars workshop in 2024 at the MIT Museum, followed by a light dinner. Assistant Curator of Architecture and Design, Jonathan Duval, will introduce you to the history of architectural drawing and its role at MIT. The visit will provide a unique blend of discussions, hands-on drawing experiences, and a chance to meet fellow Arts Scholars and new subscribers.
February 7, 2024 / 3:30pm
MIT Museum
314 Main Street, Gambrill Center, Building E-28
Cambridge, MA 02142