What we’re about
The Long Now Boston Meetup Group is organizationally independent but philosophically aligned with The Long Now Foundation in San Francisco. Recently the Boston Meetup Group received permission to form an independent non-profit in the Boston/Cambridge area using The Long Now Foundation name. A first for Long Now. Stay tuned for developments over the next many months as Long Now Boston begins it new chapter.
The Long Now Foundation was founded in San Francisco in 01996 (www.longnow.org). As stated on their website: Long Now was established "to develop the Clock and Library projects, as well as to become the seed of a very long-term cultural institution. The Long Now Foundation hopes to provide a counterpoint to today's accelerating culture and help make long-term thinking more common. We hope to foster responsibility in the framework of the next 10,000 years."
The Long Now Boston effort was founded by Bill Davison in 02015. We started the Long Now Boston Meetup Group in January 02016. We now have an active Steering Committee and Events Planning subgroups. Our program year typically extends from September through May with an occasional summer event.
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Upcoming events (1)
See all- Long Now Boston Summer Gathering in New HampshireRindge, NH, Rindge, NH
NOTE: You must register and buy tickets by clicking this Eventbrite link; RSVPing via Meetup will not get you a ticket.
You're invited to a unique summer gathering at the private waterfront farm of Danny Hillis and Taylor Milsal — a day of deep conversation, natural beauty, and long-term thinking.
This is more than a garden party — it’s a chance to connect with fellow forward-thinkers and explore what it means to live and act for the long now.
Highlights
💬 Talks & Ideas:- Exclusive update from Danny Hillis on the 10,000-Year Clock, featuring never-before-seen clock artifacts.
- Gary Oberbrunner on What is Long Now Thinking?
- More talks TBD!
🌊 Relax & Explore:
- Swim, kayak, or boat on a private lake
- Heated endless pool
- Farm & garden tours, hiking trails, outdoor chess, and pickleball
🍱 Picnic Lunch & Networking:
- Enjoy a delicious boxed lunch and informal conversations with members of the Long Now community.
What to Bring
- Comfortable shoes & clothing
- Swimsuit & layers for weather
- Curiosity and a long-term mindset
What’s Provided
- Towels, sunscreen, bug spray, and hats
- Ample on-site parking
- All activities and lunch included
Please Note📵 No photos, video, or social media postings. This is a private and reflective gathering.
