Brookline Arts Center

Brookline, MAcultural center
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About

The Brookline Arts Center, located at 86 Monmouth Street in the heart of Brookline, Massachusetts, serves as a vibrant cultural hub where art becomes accessible to the entire community. This welcoming institution has established itself as an essential destination for anyone seeking to engage with visual arts in an intimate, community-focused setting. Whether you're a serious art enthusiast, a casual observer, or someone looking to explore your own creative potential, the center offers a refreshing alternative to larger museum spaces while maintaining a commitment to quality programming and artistic excellence. Visitors to the Brookline Arts Center can expect to encounter a diverse range of artistic expressions through regularly rotating exhibitions that showcase both established and emerging artists. The center's programming reflects a commitment to presenting contemporary work across various media, from traditional painting and sculpture to photography, mixed media, and experimental forms. This variety ensures that each visit offers something new to discover, and the center's dedication to featuring local and regional artists provides insight into the rich creative community of the Greater Boston area. The exhibitions often spark conversation and reflection, presenting work that is both aesthetically engaging and conceptually thoughtful. The atmosphere at the Brookline Arts Center is notably approachable and community-oriented, making it an ideal destination for visitors who appreciate art spaces that feel inclusive rather than intimidating. The gallery space itself is designed to allow viewers to experience artwork up close and personal, creating opportunities for genuine connection with the pieces on display. Beyond simply viewing exhibitions, visitors will find that the center often hosts related programming that deepens engagement with the arts. The welcoming environment encourages visitors to take their time, ask questions, and truly immerse themselves in the work being presented. Planning a visit is straightforward, with the center's website at brooklineartscenter.org providing current exhibition information and visiting hours to help you make the most of your experience.

Current Exhibitions

CurrentGroup Exhibition

The Lost Paintings: A Prelude to Return

Maroun Tomb, Fouad Tomb, Lorena Tomb, Sandra Tomb, Joanna Barakat, Hala Abo Freh, Raed Issa

53 artists from Palestine and its diaspora reimagine the lost 1947 exhibition of Palestinian-Lebanese artist Maroun Tomb through contemporary painting, photography, multimedia, sculpture and video

Starting October 25, 2025
Opening Reception: October 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Curated by: Rula Khoury, Joëlle Tomb, Haidi Motola
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Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM AM – 5:00 AM PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM AM – 5:00 AM PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM AM – 5:00 AM PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM AM – 5:00 AM PM

Friday: 9:00 AM AM – 5:00 AM PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

Contact Information

Address

86 Monmouth Street, Brookline, MA 02446

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