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Info The Museum of Science (MOS) located on Boston’s scenic waterfront has been educating generations of citizens about all aspects of scientific pursuits for almost two centuries. Founded originally as a natural history museum in 1830, it underwent a major overhaul in 1951 to concentrate solely on science, the first museum ... more

1 Science Park
Boston, MA 02114

Art of the White Mountains

Art Exhibit

Jul 14, 2012-Jul 7, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts “Art of the White Mountains” examines the allure of the area for artists for over a century and a half. Works ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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Museum of Fine Arts

Museum

Info The Museum of Fine Arts bordering the campus of Northeastern University contains a variety of halls spanning a multitude of cultures – guests can take in Egyptian mummies, Japanese prints, contemporary American sculptures, Chinese calligraphy, and Mayan pottery all in one afternoon. Founded in 1870, the museum houses some ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

Mario Testino: British Royal Portraits

Photography Exhibit

Oct 21, 2012-Jun 16, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts “Mario Testino: British Royal Portraits” showcases images of the royal family, from Diana, Princess of Wales, and ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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The Institute Of Contemporary Art

Museum

Info The Institute of Contemporary Art, located on Boston’s booming waterfront, hosts some of the city’s edgiest and most visually spectacular events. Founded in 1936 in Back Bay, the Institute of Contemporary Art relocated to its current home in 2006, where it has gained a gourmet café, a stunning 350-seat multipurpose auditorium ... more

100 Nothern Avenue
Boston, MA 02210

Samurai!

Art Exhibit

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Apr 14-Aug 4, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts Armor from the Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Collection. Follow the way of these legendary Japanese warriors -- travel back in time and discover remarkable objects that illuminate the life, culture, and pageantry of these ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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Triumph of the Winter Queen

Art Exhibit

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Feb 14-Jul 21, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts On Valentine’s Day, the wedding anniversary of the Winter King and Queen, Gerrit van Honthorst's Triumph of the ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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Bruce Davidson: East 100th Street

Art Exhibit

Schedule

Jan 19-Sep 8, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts This exhibition celebrates the MFA’s recent acquisition of the 43 prints by renowned New York photographer Bruce ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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Art in the Street: European Posters

Art Exhibit

Schedule

Dec 15, 2012-Jul 21, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts The international poster mania of the 1890s made fine art accessible to the masses, bringing it out of the salon ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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New Blue And White

Art Exhibit

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Feb 20-Jul 14, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts "Blue and white" means, at its simplest, cobalt pigment applied to white clay. Over the course of a millennium, blue-and-white porcelain has become one of the most recognized types of ceramic production worldwide. With roots ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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Luxury On Paper: The Art of Surimono

Art Exhibit

Schedule

Mar 9-Dec 1, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts Nineteenth-century Japanese color printing’s highest level of accomplishment is seen in the small, exquisite works ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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Divine Depictions: Korean Buddhist Paintings

Art Exhibit

Schedule

Nov 16, 2012-Jun 23, 2013 Museum of Fine Arts The official philosophy of Korea’s Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910) was Confucianism. Buddhism was suppressed during ... more

Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

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Boston Art Overview

Boston’s art scene is notably relaxed and unpretentious, which makes an afternoon at a museum or gallery an appealing option to the city’s massive student population.

Modern art lovers can head to the Institute of Contemporary Art to peruse exhibits in a variety of media ranging from graffiti and tattoo art to photography, video, and sculpture. Floor to ceiling windows overlook the waterfront, and a patio adjoining the café is the perfect place for visitors to sip a glass of wine. Past exhibitors have included Shepard Fairey, the street artist behind the Obama “Hope” poster, Damien Ortega, and Dr. Lakra.

The Museum of Fine Arts bordering the campus of Northeastern University contains a variety of halls spanning several cultures. Guests can take in Egyptian mummies, Japanese prints, and early American portraits all in one afternoon, and if they weary, the open courtyard in the middle of the museum is an inviting oasis for a break. The newly opened contemporary art wing is a draw for the younger set and fills up quickly.

For the collector, Newbury Street is positively brimming with galleries. A stroll from end to end takes you past no fewer than 30 galleries. The Barbara Krakow Gallery offers modern paintings and sculpture on the more upscale side, while the International Poster Gallery features vintage posters from around the world in all sizes and prices. Jamaica Plain is another area densely populated with galleries, most of them featuring alternative art by local artists.

Whether you’re into Van Gogh or Warhol, the art scene in Boston has a museum or a gallery for you.