Brain Talks on Sidewalks

Meet neuroscience researchers on the Boston Common for sidewalk chalk talks about how your brain and nervous system works.

Curious about how the nervous system works? Join us on the Boston Common for Sidewalk Science: Neuroscience in the Park, a free, drop‑in event where research from Harvard Medical School steps out of the lab and into public space.

For two hours, neuroscience researchers from Harvard Medical School’s United Scholars in Neuroscience will turn the park into an open‑air science festival, using chalk art and whiteboards to share how our brains, spinal cords, and nerves help us sense, move, remember, and more. No lectures, no slides. Just short, friendly conversations for all ages.

Stop by to:

• Explore fun, visual explanations of how the nervous system works
• Ask neuroscientists your questions about anything from sleep to memory to emotions
• Watch live chalk illustrations of neuroscience ideas take shape on the sidewalk
• Enjoy an accessible science experience that is great for all ages
• Come whenever you like and stay as long as you want, whether it is five minutes or the full session. No background in science needed, just curiosity.

We'll share the meet-up spot closer to the event date! Rain Date: August 15th from 3-5PM.

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