The First Church of Christ, Boston

Name: The First Church of Christ
Address: 210 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, 02115-3012, United States
Telephone: +1 617-450-2000

#67 among attractions in Boston

Church, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The First Church of Christ, Scientist is the administrative headquarters and mother church of the Church of Christ, Scientist, also known as the Christian Science church. Christian Science was founded in the 19th century in Lynn, Massachusetts, by Mary Baker Eddy with the publication of her book Science and Health. ()

Completed: 1894 (130 years ago)Architectural style: Romanesque revivalCapacity: 900Coordinates: 42°20'40"N, 71°5'6"W

Address

210 Massachusetts AveFenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - LongwoodBoston 02115-3012 United States

Contact

+1 617-450-2000

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Day trips

The First Church of Christ – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Newbury Street, Wally's Cafe, Skywalk Observatory, Matthews Arena.

~1770 ftN
Shopping, Shopping district
Newbury Street, Boston
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Boston, Newbury Street stands as a beacon of urban sophistication and a premier shopping district renowned for its eclectic mix of stores and charming atmosphere. This iconic thoroughfare, stretching from the Public Garden to Massachusetts...
~1560 ftSE
Dancing, Nightlife
Wally's Cafe, Boston
8 min walk • Wally's Cafe, located in the historic city of Boston, United States, stands as an iconic landmark in the world of jazz. Founded in 1947 by Joseph L. Walcott, this intimate venue is one of the oldest family-owned and operated jazz clubs in existence.
~1240 ftNE
Landmark 52-floor skyscraper and mall
Skywalk Observatory, Boston
6 min walk • Perched high above the bustling streets of Boston lies the Skywalk Observatory, a towering beacon that offers an unparalleled view of this historic city. Situated within the Prudential Center, the observatory stands as a modern marvel, inviting visitors to ascend...
~1140 ftS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Matthews Arena, Boston
6 min walk • Matthews Arena, located in the heart of Boston, United States, stands as a testament to the rich history of American sports. As the oldest indoor ice hockey arena still in use for the sport, Matthews Arena has been a hub of athletic activity since its opening in 1910.
~1490 ftNW
Shopping
Newbury Comics, Boston
8 min walk • Newbury Comics is a cult favorite for lovers of pop culture, comics, and music in Boston. The store, which originally gained fame as a vinyl record and comic book sales point, has over time transformed into an icon of Boston's subcultural scene, offering a wide...
~1630 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Shops at Prudential Center, Boston
8 min walk • The Prudential Center is an enclosed shopping mall within the mixed-use Prudential Center complex in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts.
~1230 ftS
Universities and schools
New England Conservatory of Music, Boston
6 min walk • The New England Conservatory of Music is a private music school in Boston, Massachusetts. It is the oldest independent music conservatory in the United States and among the most prestigious in the world.
~610 ftS
National Historic Landmark concert venue
Symphony Hall, Boston
3 min walk • Symphony Hall is a concert hall located at 301 Massachusetts Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts, opened in 1900. Designed by the architectural firm McKim, Mead and White, it was built for the Boston Symphony Orchestra, which continues to make the hall its home.
~1540 ftNW
Library
Massachusetts Historical Society, Boston
8 min walk • The Massachusetts Historical Society is a major historical archive specializing in early American, Massachusetts, and New England history.
~1060 ftN
Convention center
Hynes Convention Center, Boston
6 min walk • The John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center located in Boston was built in 1988 from a design by architects Kallmann, McKinnell & Wood. It replaced the John B.
~410 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Library
Mary Baker Eddy Library, Boston
2 min walk • The Mary Baker Eddy Library is a research library, museum, and repository for the papers of Mary Baker Eddy, the founder of Christian Science.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is The First Church of Christ open?

The First Church of Christ is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am - 5 pm & 7 pm - 8:30 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9:30 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to The First Church of Christ?

Nearby attractions include Mary Baker Eddy Library, Boston (2 min walk), Mapparium, Boston (3 min walk), Symphony and Horticultural Halls, Boston (3 min walk), 177 Huntington, Boston (3 min walk).

How to get to The First Church of Christ by public transport?

The nearest stations to The First Church of Christ:

Bus

Massachusetts Ave opp Christian Science Ctr • Lines: 1 (2 min walk)
Massachusetts Ave @ Huntington Ave • Lines: 1, Ct1 (4 min walk)

Light rail

Symphony • Lines: E (3 min walk)
Prudential • Lines: E (6 min walk)

Metro

Massachusetts Avenue • Lines: Orange (7 min walk)
Back Bay • Lines: Orange (15 min walk)

Train

Boston Back Bay (15 min walk)
Ruggles (15 min walk)