MIT Chapel, Boston
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The MIT Chapel is a non-denominational chapel designed by noted architect Eero Saarinen. It is located on the campus of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts, next to Kresge Auditorium and the Kresge Oval, which Saarinen also designed. Though a small building, the Chapel is often noted as a successful example of mid-century modern architecture in the United States. Saarinen also designed the landscaping surrounding all three locations. ()
Coordinates: 42°21'32"N, 71°5'38"W
Address
77 Massachusetts AveCambridge (MIT)Boston 02139-4307
Contact
+1 617-253-1000
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Day trips
MIT Chapel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Charles River Esplanade, Harvard Bridge, Stata Center, Galaxy: Earth Sphere.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to MIT Chapel?
Nearby attractions include Campus of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston (1 min walk), MIT Science Fiction Society, Boston (1 min walk), Francis Russell Hart Nautical Museum, Boston (2 min walk), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston (2 min walk).
How to get to MIT Chapel by public transport?
The nearest stations to MIT Chapel:
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Bus
- 84 Massachusetts Ave • Lines: 1, Ct1 (1 min walk)
- Massachusetts Ave @ Albany St • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)
Metro
- Kendall/MIT • Lines: Red (13 min walk)
- Central Square • Lines: Red (17 min walk)
Light rail
- Kenmore • Lines: B, C, D (18 min walk)
- Blandford Street • Lines: B (19 min walk)
Train
- Lansdowne (22 min walk)
- Boston Back Bay (33 min walk)