In 2010, MIT began working with the broader community to advance a proposal to bring new vibrancy and diversity to Kendall Square — the most innovative square mile on the planet. This comprehensive five-year process, involving the MIT and Cambridge communities and benefiting from several critical studies, served to shape the Kendall Square Initiative. As a result, MIT is delivering a dynamic blend of uses in this area, including housing, lab and research space, retail, innovation space, open space, and a dedicated facility for the MIT Museum. 

The Institute’s process is turning a collaborative vision into a reality. By transforming five MIT-owned parking lots into a mix of lively uses, the Institute is contributing significantly to enhancing the life and character of the local community and advancing the pace of life-changing science by attracting innovative companies and strengthening vital collaborations within the Kendall Square ecosystem. 

We invite you to explore the details of the Kendall Square Initiative, including:

• Priorities: Community input significantly influenced key elements of the plan, including housing, retail, open space, historic integration, and innovation space.
• Planning: The inclusive process brought various stakeholders together to create a collaborative vision.
• Construction updates: Visit the coUrbanize site to view or subscribe to regular construction updates for the Kendall Square Initiative projects.

Ideas/questions? 

Contact kendallsquare@mit.edu.