Kendall Square

Innovation district ยท Cambridge, Massachusetts

Illustration of Kendall Square

Overview

Kendall Square is a district next to MIT packed with biotech companies, tech firms and research labs.

History

The former industrial area grew into a biotech center from the late 1970s onward, starting with companies spun out of local universities.

Today

Labs and office towers need strict access control and corporate security.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.