About Us

Cambridge Center for Adult Education is a non-profit organization providing a wide range of high-quality, low-cost educational experiences in Cambridge, Boston, and surrounding area since 1870.

Who We Are

CCAE provides place based, person to person experiential education. Located on historic Brattle Street in Harvard Square, we welcome students from all walks of life to come together and create, explore, and grow in our wide-range of classes. From art and cooking to languages and literature, join us and have fun, make friends, and learn in the heart of Harvard Square.

  • Diverse Classes
  • Fun and Supportive Atmosphere
  • Welcoming Community
  • Knowledgeable Instructors
  • Central Location
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Hours & Calendar

Office Hours:
Monday–Thursday: 9am–9pm
Friday: 9am–7pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9am–4pm

No classes will be held on:

  • Patriots' Day, April 15
  • Memorial Day, May 27

Happening Now

Winter Term Classes
Spring Term Classes Now Registering
Spring Term Classes Start Monday, April 8

Classroom Locations

42 Brattle Street and 56 Brattle Street
Harvard Square
Cambridge, MA 02138
617.547.6789

CCAE Map

Register for Classes!

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February 13
Spring Term Registration Opens
April 8
Spring Term Classes Start
May 8
Summer Term Registration Opens

Upcoming Events

View CCAE Events Calendar
March 25
Blacksmith House Poetry Series - Alan Shapiro and Katie Peterson
April 1
Blacksmith House Poetry Series - Bob Hicok and Matthew Lippman
April 10
Artist Talk with Ellen Stutman