Suggestions for Art Museum near Boston

PK S. • February 24, 2013A wonderful art museum, especially after they built the new wing. You can spend hours in here.

Emilio P. • March 20, 2022One of the premiere art museums in the country with a building exquisitely designed to resemble a renaissance Italian palace.

Ali • November 15, 2017My most favorite place in Boston. Annual membership is a bit high. But their lending policies is VERY generous. The building itself is a marvel, and the staff are wonderful.

BU Today • July 8, 2013"Reprogramming the City" shows how global cities are reusing & repurposing existing urban infrastructure. The gallery, free & open to the public, is curated by a BU Alum & runs through September 29

FutureM • August 8, 2011When the ICA’s new building was built in 2001, it became the first new art museum to be built in nearly a century.

Mika • July 16, 2018This extension is always free entry! But if you have a ticket, there’s a free ferry b/w here and the Seaport main museum. Afterwards, I highly recommend getting free cider next door at Downeast!

Josh T. • August 20, 2013They have some pretty funky home stuff(upside down pots for plants, so cool)

Daniel T. • November 21, 2014The West Wing, which contains Remis Auditorium, opened in 1981. However, the museum’s film program goes back to the late 1950s.

John M. • November 29, 2011This is a great renovated wing! Bravo!

Sofia U. • December 19, 2017Best that Boston got

Jim • January 4, 2020Fabulous collocations of American Arts. Not to be missed when in Boston visiting.

Roberta S. • December 14, 2018You can see local artists

Paula T. • October 7, 2010One of Fort Point's gems - and it's free!

Michelle C. • December 14, 2011Great space for different types of events.

Birdie B. • May 26, 2012There's the garden restaurant.. Grab some food and sit in the atrium with a beautiful fountain.. Calm and beautiful place!!!

Joshua B. • September 9, 2012Not to be missed! There is always a charming selection of art work & a gift items on display. Everything has clearly been selected with care. The staff is knowledgable, engaging and very friendly.

Irene C. • May 16, 2013Great space!! Bathrooms are pretty neat too!

Boston Public Library • September 22, 2011The Abbey Room is 64 feet long by 33 feet wide, is of luxurious beauty. It has richly colored mural paintings "The Quest of the Holy Grail" by the American artist, Edwin Austin Abbey.

Brian C. • January 5, 2012Every 1st Thursday they hold a public reception for their artists and new exhibit!

Tainah M. • April 27, 2016A nice and quiet place to work on weekdays. The natural light coming in is lovely, and you only get the occasional loud tourist to disrupt your concentration. One of my favorite spots in Boston.

Proxy Apparel • April 21, 2012The work here is always thought provoking and moving. Check out one of their openings whenever you can, particularly when it coincides with the SoWa 1st Friday open studios.

Carolina • October 20, 2009visit Juried Show 2009, on view until 10/31

Diana C. • November 29, 2012Great exhibition, free admission (voluntary contribution) wednesdays after 4 p.m.

The Next Great Generation (Boston) • January 20, 2012On the third Thursday of the month, patrons can visit with a featured artist; their Facebook page has more details. The gallery also features beautiful views of the Boston Harbor.