A Community That Creates Together,
Thrives Together
The Armory on the Assabet, a historic landmark nestled in downtown Hudson, MA is poised to be transformed into the region’s premier community arts and cultural center.
Live music, visual, performing and decorative arts, workshops and classes will be available for all ages — children, teens, adults, and seniors in Hudson and all towns along the Assabet River
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Armory News & Updates
What’s the long-term plan for the Armory? A group has an idea
In an announcement recently posted by the Hudson Cultural Alliance, several local artists have joined forces with architect Ed Nunes and the project’s construction team to provide input on the building’s design.
‘Much Ado About Nothing’ starting Aug. 8
This summer, the Hudson Cultural Alliance (HCA) has been running a series of events...the alliance’s next major event is William Shakespeare’s comedy 'Much Ado About Nothing,' which will run outdoors on the lawn of the Armory the weekend of Aug. 8-10.
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Our Mission
Our mission is to create a dynamic center that engages, educates, and enriches the community through arts and culture.
Our Vision
Transforming a Historic Landmark
The Armory on the Assabet fosters an inclusive culture through performance and the arts to connect people, catalyze curiosity and cultivate creativity.
Grow the Creative Economy
The Armory on the Assabet will bring economic benefits, serve a large population, and boost local businesses, while enriching the quality of life for the community and region.
Supporting Our Community
The Armory provides a vast open space for diverse purposes such as entertainment, education, and meetings, enabling the Town of Hudson to enhance community events and foster economic growth through collaborations with local organizations.
Maintaining Hudson's Legacy
Built by Fenway Park’s architect James E. McLaughlin, the Armory building has served as a military facility, dance hall, voting site, and training center, and the Armory on the Assabet will showcase its history through public exhibitions of historical resources and artifacts.
Enhancing Cultural Accessibility
Located in downtown Hudson on the Assabet River, The Armory’s size and central location make it a natural anchor for the arts and cultural district and an accessible venue for a diverse population from surrounding towns along the Assabet River and in the 495 Metrowest Corridor.
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The Key to a Thriving Community is You
Each donation is a step towards a visionary arts center with the boundless potential to provide entertainment, education, creative expression, and social connections.
Photos from Harvest Community Dinner, September, 2023.
Photography by Heather Ruthroff
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