Zen Buddhist practice
in the heart of Cambridge.

199 AUBURN ST, CAMBRIDGE MA

about

  
    When walking, standing, sitting, lying down, speaking, being silent, moving, being still. At all times, in all places, without interruption—what is this?
  

Cambridge Zen Center welcomes anyone interested in meditation. For over 50 years, we have offered daily Zen practice, teaching, and community programs open to the public. We are affiliated with the Kwan Um School of Zen.

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Meet our teachers

Interested in Zen Practice?

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Newcomers Programming

Learn about Zen practice through our Introductory Class and attend a Thursday Night Dharma Talk for an interactive Q&A with one of our Teachers.

Go to newcomers page and plan your first visit

Meditate with us

Daily Free Offerings

Our temple schedule features daily meditation, and special programs on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. No registration is required—simply show up.

Learn about daily meditation practice

Meet a Teacher

Long Sits & Interviews

The longer sitting meditations in our Tuesday and Sunday programs include a chance to have a one-on-one conversation with a Zen Teacher and to begin a Kong-an practice. No registration is required.

Learn about Kong-an practice

Connect

Community Groups

Affinity groups meet regularly to strengthen our meditation practice together—building connection, accountability, and friendship with fellow practitioners. No registration is required.

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