A Community That Creates Together, Thrives Together
The Hudson Armory, a historic landmark nestled in downtown Hudson, Massachusetts, is poised to transform into the region’s premier community arts and cultural center
![An aerial view of downtown Hudson, MA with the Assabet River in the foreground](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/627290474325fb6f1eae101a/65f861e4eea60b887e57e5d5_aerial-view.webp)
Our Mission
The Hudson Armory Project is an innovative initiative of the Hudson Cultural Alliance — an all-volunteer, local non-profit invested in the transformation of the The Armory building into a regional arts and cultural center
Transforming a Historic Landmark
In its rehabilitated form, the Armory will promote local arts initiatives, support economic growth, and preserve the rich lineage of a building known for its extensive service to the community.
![An aerial view of the Hudson Armory building](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/627290474325fb6f1eae101a/63bdcca3ce4d4bc143c6d9dc_6283dbc73fd2874a08c73712_2018-min.webp)
Arts-Led Advancement
Growing the Creative Economy
A cultural arts center like The Armory in Hudson's downtown with its award-winning Main Street will bring economic benefits, serve a large population, and boost local businesses, while enriching the quality of life for community members and families in the region.
Cultural Investment
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.
Historic Preservation
Maintaining Hudson's Legacy
Built by Fenway Park's architect James E. McLaughlin, The Armory has served as a military facility, dance hall, voting site, and training center, and the Hudson Armory Project will showcase its history through public exhibitions.
Community Anchor
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 in the 495 MetroWest Corridor.
Hudson Armory Project News & Events
HCA awarded $200,000 grant for schematic design for Armory renovations
At the Children’s Museum in Easton, officials announced major investment through the Cultural Facilities Fund to support nonprofit and municipal cultural organizations.
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![The Hudson Amory building in daylight with grass in the foreground and a walkway leading to the front door](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/627290474325fb6f1eae101a/667af2da5b09fb0dd0496349_armory-new.jpg)
Upcoming Events
July 29, 2024 5:00 PM
Peter, Jim & Brendan Mayer: Songs and Stories
August 2, 2024 7:00 PM
Shakespeare in the Park! Friday Performance
August 3, 2024 7:00 PM
Shakespeare in the Park! Saturday Performance
August 4, 2024 2:00 PM
Shakespeare in the Park! Sunday Performance
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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.