Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Facts and practical information
The Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) in Boston stands as a beacon of culture and history in the United States. Established in 1870, this grand institution is one of the most comprehensive art museums in the country, boasting a collection that encompasses nearly 500,000 works of art, from ancient Egyptian artifacts to contemporary masterpieces.
The museum's impressive neoclassical facade opens into a world of artistic excellence that spans continents and millennia. The MFA's collection is renowned for its diversity, including significant holdings in Asian and Egyptian art, as well as American paintings, decorative arts, and a rapidly expanding collection of contemporary art. Visitors can marvel at works by masters such as Van Gogh, Monet, and Rembrandt, and explore the galleries dedicated to Greek and Roman sculpture, or the Arts of the Americas wing.
The MFA is not only a treasure trove for art enthusiasts but also serves as a dynamic cultural hub with a wide array of educational programs, lectures, and workshops designed to engage the community and foster a deeper appreciation for the arts. The museum also hosts special exhibitions that draw from its own vast collection or feature loaned works from around the globe, providing fresh perspectives and unique experiences for returning patrons.
Museum of Fine Arts – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Fenway Park, Cask 'n Flagon, Matthews Arena, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Museum of Fine Arts open?
- Monday 10 am - 5 pm
- Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am - 10 pm
- Thursday 10 am - 10 pm
- Friday 10 am - 10 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
- Sunday 10 am - 5 pm
Which popular attractions are close to Museum of Fine Arts?
How to get to Museum of Fine Arts by public transport?
Light rail
- Museum of Fine Arts • Lines: E (3 min walk)
- Northeastern • Lines: E (6 min walk)
Bus
- Ruggles St @ Huntington Ave • Lines: 8 (4 min walk)
- Queensberry St @ Jersey St • Lines: 55 (7 min walk)
Metro
- Ruggles • Lines: Orange (8 min walk)
- Massachusetts Avenue • Lines: Orange (14 min walk)
Train
- Ruggles (9 min walk)
- Lansdowne (16 min walk)