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The Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts
4th Floor Faneuil Hall
Boston, MA
617-227-1638
On display are uniforms, firearms, swords, artifacs, memoribilia and other relics from all engagements involving members of the Company.
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The Mary Baker Eddy Library
200 Massachusetts Ave
Boston, MA
888-222-3711
The Mary Baker Eddy Library is home to the world-famous Mapparium, a stunning three-story stained glass globe that is a must see for all Boston visitors. The library also has state-of-the-art interactive exhibits in thought-provoking galleries that showcase how the power of ideas can inspire individuals and change the world.
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MIT Museum
206 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA
617-253-4444
The MIT Museum presents exhibitions and public programs designed to engage and entertain. Robots, holograms, MIT lore, and cutting-edge exhibits blending art and technology draw visitors from around the world. A specialty museum store is on site, and educational group programs are available.
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Museum of African American History
46 Joy Street
Boston, MA
617-725-0022
Come experience the 19th century Black Boston through new exhibits, exciting programs, and a walking tour of the Underground Railroad through the Black Heritage Trail. The Museum of African American History is the largest museum in New England dedicated to preserving, conserving, and accurately interpreting the history of African Americans.
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Museum of Fine Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA
617-267-9300
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is recognized for the quality and scope of its encyclopedic collection, which includes some of the most rare and important artistic treasures in the world. With 450,000 objects, you will find breathtaking works or art, from masters of American painting to the icons of Impressionism, from exquisite Asian scrolls to Egyptian mummies, at every turn.
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Museum of Science
Science Park
Boston, MA
617-723-2500
Experience the Museum of Science where science and technology come alive with over 700 interactive exhibits that let you explore the world around you. It’s all hands-on and minds-on. Don’t miss seeing the night sky in the Charles Hayden Planetarium, live presentations at the Current Science and Technology Center, and large-format films on the five-story high, domed screen of the Mugar Omni Theater.
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New England Aquarium
Central Wharf
Boston, MA
617-973-5200
Travel the world of water and experience more than 70 exhibits featuring animals from around the world. Gaze at giant sea turtles, sharks, moray eels, and hundreds of tropical fish in the four-story Giant Ocean Tank. Commune with the penguins, watch veterinarians at work in our animal hospital, get hands-on with tide pool creatures, or sit back and experience an unforgettable IMAX film on New England’s largest screen at the Simons IMAX Theater.
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Nichols House Museum
55 Mount Vernon Street
Boston, MA
617-227-6993
The Nichols House Museum offers a unique glimpse into late 19th and early 20th century domestic life on Boston’s historic Beacon Hill. The four-story row house was built in 1804 during the early development of Beacon Hill. The original Federal design is attributed to Charles Bulfinch. The interiors are decorated with original furnishings of the Nichols family. The museum offers an active schedule of lectures, events, and educational programs throughout the year.
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Old South Meeting House
310 Washington Street
Boston, MA
617-482-6439
Where the Boston Tea Party began! Built in 1729 as a Puritan meeting house, this museum and national historic site on Boston’s Freedom Trail was the location of many meetings leading to the American Revolution and remains an active meeting place to this day.
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Old State House Museum
206 Washington Street
Boston, MA
617-720-1713
Trace the history of Boston through exhibits on the Colonial Period and walk the halls occupied by patriots and colonists during the American Revolution. See John Hancock’s red velvet coat and other Revolutionary-era artifacts and hear Abigail Adams describe the day the Declaration of Independence was read from the building’s balcony. Operated by the Bostonian Society, Boston’s historical society.
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Paul Revere House
19 North Square
Boston, MA
617-523-2338
The c.1680 wooden Paul Revere House is the oldest building in downtown Boston, and the only surviving building from the original city. It was home to the patriot Paul Revere 1770-1800. On display are 17th and 18th century furnishings, and examples of Paul Revere’s work. Adjacent is the c.1711 brick Hichborn House, second oldest house downtown.
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Peabody Essex Museum
East India Square
Salem, MA
978-745-9500
Journey through New England’s grand and storied past at the stunning Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts. Explore the region’s legendary connections to the art and culture of Asia, Oceania, Africa, India, and more. Experience PEM’s unrivaled collections, special exhibitions, interactive idea center for families, the award-winning Museum Shop and Garden Restaurant, plus the world-famous Yin Yu Tang, a 200-year-old house brought here from China.
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Sports Museum
TD Banknorth Garden
Causeway Street
Boston, MA
617-624-1234
The concept of a sports museum has been thought of by every sports fan who ever lived in New England. Nowhere else in the country is the passion for sports so intense, the tradition as deep or the shared experience as broad.
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Trinity Church in the City of Boston
206 Clarendon Street - Copley Square
Boston, MA
617-536-0944 x217
Located in the center of Boston’s Back Bay on Copley Square, Trinity Church is home to a vibrant Parish founded before the American Revolution. Trinity is an Episcopal Church and with approximately 3700 households. Trinity is also a masterpiece of American architecture, considered one of the ten most significant buildings in the U.S. A national historic landmark since 1971, Trinity is one of architect HH Richardson’s most significant buildings.
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USS Constitution Museum
Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston, MA
617-426-1812
The USS Constitution Museum is located adjacent to “Old Ironsides,” one of the U.S. Navy’s size original ships and the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world. Learn about USS Constitution and her courageous crew in the Museum’s interactive galleries, as you swing on a hammock or attempt to take in a sail while balancing on a footrope.
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