Location
Leventhal Map & Education Center, Central Library in Copley Square
Date
Nov 19, 2025
Time
3:15 PM EST
Cost
Free
This program is co-hosted as part of a research collaboration between MIT, MassHousing, and the Leventhal Map & Education Center.
Join the Massachusetts Covenants Project for an interactive workshop exploring the hidden history of racially restrictive covenants, legal clauses that were inserted into property deeds to prevent people who were not white from buying or occupying land.
In this hands-on session, you'll:
Learn how restrictive covenants shaped housing patterns and wealth inequality in our region
Try your hand at analyzing historical property deeds to identify discriminatory language
Reflect on how this history connects to housing and community today
Share your insights to help shape future public engagement around this research
This pilot workshop is part of a research collaboration between MIT, MassHousing, and the Leventhal Map & Education Center. This project aims to systematically document Massachusetts' covenant history to better understand how housing has shaped residential patterns and wealth inequality across the state. No prior knowledge required—just bring your curiosity!
Space is limited to 10 participants and registration is required. Click here to register via Eventbrite.
