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The United States of America at 250

The United States of America at 250: Reflections on the Past, Present, and Future of Independence, a daylong public conversation about the Declaration of Independence and its many afterlives took place at Cambridge on May 29, 2026.
We're marking our 25th Anniversary!

We're marking our 25th Anniversary!

Learn more about our mission, how we're celebrating, where we've been, and where we're going.

Gurnee Hart

Gurnee Hart

It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Gurnee Hart — dear friend, founder of Cambridge in America, and the first chair of the Board of Directors.

Upcoming events

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San Francisco, CA: Monthly Alumni Happy Hour at the University Club

event June 9, 6.30pm PDT
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Join the Cambridge Alumni of Northern California for our monthly Happy Hour at the University Club of San Francisco

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How AI is transforming cultural heritage research

event June 10, 7.00pm BST
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NEW: Book now and discover how AI can unlock the past and transform the future of cultural heritage research in this special webinar. 

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New Haven, CT: Yale Center for British Art Tour

event June 20, 2.00pm EDT
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You're invited to join us on Saturday, June 20th from 2:00–5:00PM for a private afternoon at the YCBA

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Cambridge and the American Experiment

May 21 2026

On May 29, 2026, when a group of leading scholars, journalists, artists, politicians, and historians gather at the Ray Dolby Centre at Cambridge, the University will continue and deepen its centuries-long relationship with the United States.

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The Declaration of Independence: Its Resonance and Relevance Then and Now

April 27 2026

At a Cambridge in America event in Washington, DC, historian Gary Gerstle and journalist Charles Lane explored how the United States Declaration of Independence emerged from war, contradiction, and uncertainty, and why its questions about democracy and equality still resonate nearly 250 years later.

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On Winning: CUBC Coxswain Sammy Houdaigui (Fitzwilliam 2025)

April 15 2026

Sammy Houdaigui reflects on a demanding race and the surprising celebrity status that followed his team’s triumph. His story brings the drama, preparation, and aftermath of the Boat Race to life.

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Philanthropy Matters

Philanthropy Matters

Discover Philanthropy Matters—a celebration of the profound generosity that connects Cambridge in America (CAm) supporters with the heart of Collegiate Cambridge.

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25 Years, 25 Stories

As Cambridge in America marks 25 years of connecting the University and its alumni across North America, we’re highlighting 25 remarkable individuals whose stories reflect the innovation, discovery, and global reach of Cambridge.

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Boat Race Stories

Explore our collection of Boat Race stories that celebrate the personal journeys of those who have worn the Light Blue. These are the stories of grit, camaraderie, and the enduring spirit that transforms a simple race into a legendary tradition, connecting generations of Cantabs across the globe.

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