Cultural Council

The Northborough Cultural Council (NCC) was established to promote the arts and help develop cultural programs throughout the community by establishing funding priorities that aim to bring community-oriented arts, music, and humanities projects to Northborough.

Upcoming Events!


Go Out Doors - Northborough Opening Sat. April 20, 2024, 11am

An exhibition of painted doors at Ellsworth McAfee Park in Northborough, MA.

Find out more here.

Go outdoors event

Flowerful Chairs Sat. May 18, 2024, 10:30am

An installation of hand painted adirondack chairs in one of our town's public outdoor spaces.

Find out more here.

flowerful chairs event


Northborough Open Studios Sat. May 18,2024 11am - 3pm

The Northborough Open Studios Tour will take place at businesses, on sidewalks, and community spots around town, where artists and art businesses will showcase their work and do mini classes or demonstrations for our community. 

Find out more here.

Porchfest Event

Northborough Porchfest Sat. June 22, 2024 (RAIN DATE June 23rd) 2pm - 6pm

This community organized music festival shines a spotlight on the exceptional musical talent in our community and creates a space for everyone to find the joy that live music conveys.

Find out more here.

Northborough Porchfest Event


This year, the NCC distributed $6,800 in grants to 21 local artists and organizations.

List of 2024 Grantees

 Did you know the state sets term limits on Cultural Council members? They do, and so we are looking for new candidates to continue the work on our three major efforts, the LOVE Northborough Public Art Campaign, CultureFest, and Granting to Local Artists and Organizations. We need you to be part of changing the face of Northborough for the better with public art, festivals, and community events. Please consider joining the council.

 For more information on the programs we run and joining NCC, please view here or contact Terry Underwood, terryunderwood888@gmail.com or 508-614-8801

 

Staff Contacts

Name Title Phone
Diane Wackell Assistant Town Administrator / Staff Liaison (508) 393-5040 x 1