Gray Area: Compassion and Companionship
When:
Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026 12:30p -
1:00p
Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026 12:30p -
1:00p
Where:
Harvard Art Museums
32 Quincy Street
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138
Admission:
FREE
Hosted by:
Categories:
Accessible Spots, Art, History, Photoworthy
- How to join: Check in at the Visitor Services desk; space is limited.
- Fee: This is a free event.
- Accessibility accommodations: Email [email protected] at least 48 hours in advance, including the name and date of the program in the subject line.
The 14th-century tale of Saint Roch (Rocco) and his canine companion recounts the pair’s selfless compassion and care for those suffering. Join us to explore how today, amid global challenges such as pandemics and social isolation, the story serves as a reminder of the importance of humanitarian values and solidarity.
This talk is part of Gray Area, a series that features members of our staff exploring artworks that capture the complexities of humanity, political landscapes, ethics, ideologies, power dynamics, and critical thinking in our times. Through this series, we hope to encourage people to observe and consider their own individual gray areas, and to think about how their unique experiences guide the choices they make.
Led by:
Jeanne Burke, Academic and Public Programs Coordinator, Division of Academic and Public Programs
