Museum Of Science Announces $155 Million Wing Funded By Bloomberg Gift
BOSTON — Boston's Museum of Science is planning a new 10,000-square-foot wing backed by a $155 million gift from Bloomberg Philanthropies, and Mayor Michelle Wu addressed a court ruling on the future of White Stadium at a Thursday press conference, according to reports from other local outlets today.
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"Boston's Museum Of Science Opening New 10,000-Square-Foot Wing," per Boston Patch. The outlet reports the expansion is funded by a $155 million gift from Bloomberg Philanthropies, one of the larger single donations to a Boston cultural institution in recent memory. (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/boston/bostons-museum-science-opening-new-10-000-square-foot-wing)
"Mayor Wu To Hold Press Conference Following White Stadium Ruling: Watch Live At 11," according to NBC Boston. The station reported Mayor Michelle Wu planned to address the city's next steps after a ruling in the long-running White Stadium dispute. (read it at https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/mayor-wu-to-hold-press-conference-following-white-stadium-ruling-watch-live-at-11/4000964/)
"Beloved Boston Sandwich Shop Closes," per Boston Patch. Fresh Boston, in business for four years, announced it would temporarily shut its doors, the outlet reported. (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/boston/beloved-boston-sandwich-shop-closes)
"Bruins To Participate In NHL Global Series In 2027," according to 98.5 The Sports Hub. The Boston Bruins are slated to play a regular-season game in Germany as part of the league's 2027 international slate. (read it at https://985thesportshub.com/2026/08/20/bruins-oilers-germany-global-series-2027/)
"Greenville Man Finishes Walk To Boston For Children's Hospital, Raises Thousands For Families," per WABI. Nathaniel Douglass completed a walk that began August 4, raising thousands of dollars for families connected to the hospital, the station reported. (read it at https://www.wabi.tv/2026/08/20/greenville-man-finishes-walk-boston-childrens-hospital-raises-thousands-families/)
"Sar Kamler: Silkroad - Global Musician Workshop Participant Concerts," according to Wicked Local. The outlet reports a showcase performance is scheduled at Jordan Hall as part of a broader festival lineup this month. (read it at https://www.wickedlocal.com/things-to-do/events/lexingtonminuteman/?_evDiscoveryPath=/event/108718206n-sar-kamler-silkroad-global-musician-workshop-participant-concerts)
Compiled from official town feeds, community organizations, and local press. Outside reporting is attributed inline.