MONTH PREVIEW · SEPTEMBER 2026
September 2026 at AMFF：
Meditation, Art & Everyday Life
A new academic term begins with meditation at Harvard Divinity School, weekend retreats, five exhibitions, and an autumn practice at Mount Auburn Cemetery.
CAMBRIDGE & GREATER BOSTON
From the meditation hall to the gallery, from sitting practice to ink, September offers different ways to meet the present moment.
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Meditation at Harvard Divinity School
Starting September 4, 2026
A returning higher-education meditation program led by Venerable Xianshu.
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
9:00–10:30 AM ET
Multifaith Space, 2nd Floor, Swartz Hall
Harvard Divinity School
45 Francis Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138
In-person and online participation available.
Led by Venerable Xianshu, each session offers a grounded start to the day through breath and awareness. Visitors are welcome to join in person or online.
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Weekend Meditation Retreats
Every Friday–Sunday
Friday 7:00 PM – Sunday 8:00 PM ET
Participation details forthcoming.
A more continuous period of practice for those wishing to deepen concentration, stillness, and everyday awareness.
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MOUNT AUBURN CEMETERY · MEMBERS WEEK 2026
Calm-Abiding and Insight Meditation
Saturday, September 26, 2026
11:00 AM–12:30 PM EDT
Presented by Mount Auburn Cemetery Led by Venerable Xianshu
Through calm-abiding and insight meditation, participants are invited to reconnect with breath, body, the present moment, and the natural world.
MEET AT
In front of Story Chapel
MEDITATION
RAIN LOCATION
Hazel Dell
Story Chapel
Advance registration is required through Mount Auburn Cemetery.
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