The University of Massachusetts Amherst

Students eating on lawn outside of Old Chapel during Founders Day Picnic
Founders Day

Schedule

Schedule of Events

Join us Wednesday, April 29, 2026 for the full schedule of events.

Did you know UMass is home to four art galleries, the commonwealth’s State Cabinet natural history collection, and the university archives?

You’re invited to explore the rich culture and history housed on campus by visiting these special places throughout Founders Day.

 

New for 2026: Six Tracks

This year we have organized all the activities on the schedule into six distinct tracks to help illustrate that there is truly something for everyone at Founders Day! Whether it is Art & Music or The Living Campus, we want to help you find what you’re looking for and discover something new.

The tracks include Art & Music, The Living Campus, Innovation Showcase, Campus as a Museum, Care & Community and Spirit & Tradition

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