Getting There
By Air
Airport: Boston Logan Airport
Distance to Venue: Approximately 4.6 miles (11-30 minutes)
Transportation: Taxi, rideshare (Uber/Lyft), and public transit (Silver Line and Red Line available)
By Car
Parking: Paid parking is available at the MIT Hayward Garage (3 mins/0.1 mile walk away from Samberg | 16 mins/0.7 mile walk from the MIT Chapel)
Address: Hayward garage, 55 Wadsworth St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Public Transit
MBTA: MBTA - Red Line Kendall/MIT station (4 mins/0.2 mile walk away from Samberg | 14 mins/0.6 mile walk from the MIT Chapel)
The venue is accessible via public transportation. Check MBTA.com for current schedules and routes.
Directions to Venue
MIT Chapel: 48 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139
Samberg Conference Center: 50 Ames Street, Cambridge, MA 02142
The ceremony will be held at MIT Chapel, followed by the reception at Samberg Conference Center, which are within walking distance of each other.
Our Favorite Spots
A curated list of places we love in Cambridge and Boston — from date-night staples to everyday haunts. Consider this our personal field guide to the area.
Restaurants and Take Outs
Blue Sakura
All you can eat mini hot pot and dim sum.
Allston · $$ · Walk-inPagu
Asian and Spanish fusion small plates fare.
Mass Ave. · $$$ · Reservations recommendedBasta Pasta
Hole in the wall pasta place renowned for its fresh pasta offerings.
Cambridge · $$ · Walk-insRoksana's
Excellent Iranian food. Takeout only. Try their Zereshk pulao ba morgh.
Watertown · $ · Walk-insChili Bento
Authentic food-court takeout Chinese cooking with bold, fiery flavors.
Allston · $ · Walk-insCoffee and Dessert
Circus Cooperative
The best local spot for a decaf oat milk latte. Stick to their coffee, not their food.
Cambridge · $ · CasualZinneken's Belgian waffles
Belgian waffles made by real Belgians. Try the 'berries insanity'.
Cambridge · $ · CasualToscanini's Ice Cream
Cambridge ice cream shop with inventive flavors.
Central Square · $ · Cash & cardTatte Bakery & Cafe
Pastries and brunch. Perfect for a leisurely morning before the symposium.
Multiple locations · $ · CasualThese are our personal picks — feel free to reach out to a member of the organizing committee if you'd like more tailored recommendations based on your tastes or dietary needs!
Things to Do in Cambridge
Arriving early or staying an extra day? Cambridge and Boston have plenty to offer.
MIT Campus
Explore the beautiful MIT campus, visit the MIT Museum, or walk along the Charles River.
Hahvad Square
Discover Hahvad Yard, browse bookstores, and enjoy cafes and restaurants in historic Hahvad Square.
Museums & Culture
Visit the Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, or the Museum of Science.
Public Markets
Walk around Hay Market (Friday and Saturday) and Boston Public Market and try the fresh pasta at Seven Hills Pasta and coffee at George Howell Coffee.
Need help with travel planning? We're happy to help coordinate group transportation or provide additional recommendations — reach out at wuhyder@gmail.com.