Who We Are
Established in 1871, Cambridge Center for Adult Education is a non-profit organization located in the heart of Harvard Square. We provide exceptional hands-on multidisciplinary educational classes, from art and cooking, to theater and life & wellness, to languages and literature. We welcome students from all walks of life to join us to expand your worldview, develop your professional skill set, take up a new hobby, or simply to have fun and make new friends in a community of life-long learners.
- Diverse Classes
- Fun and Supportive Atmosphere
- Welcoming Community
- Knowledgeable Instructors
- Small Class Sizes for Personalized Attention
- Central Location
We are committed to inclusion.
At CCAE, we strive to create a welcoming environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and valued. We celebrate diversity and value the unique perspectives that each person brings. Our commitment to inclusion is at the heart of who we are and how we work.
Hours & Calendar
Monday – Thursday: 9 am – 8 pm
Friday: 9 am – 7 pm
Saturday – Sunday: 9 am – 4 pm
Holidays
CCAE will be closed and no classes will be held on:
- Thanksgiving Day: Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025 at 3:00 pm - Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025
- Christmas Eve/Day: Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025 at 1:00 pm - Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025
- New Year's Eve / Day: Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025 at 1:00 pm - Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Monday, Jan. 19, 2026
- Presidents' Day: Monday, Feb. 16, 2026
Term Schedule
Current Term: Fall
Winter Term Begins Monday, January 12, 2026
Classroom Locations
42 Brattle Street and 56 Brattle Street
Harvard Square
Cambridge, MA 02138
617.547.6789