Tufts University, Boston

Name: Tufts University
Address: 40 Talbot Ave, Boston, 02155-5837, United States
Telephone: +1 617-627-3518

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Tufts University is a private research university on the border of Medford and Somerville, Massachusetts. It was founded in 1852 as Tufts College by Christian universalists who sought to provide a nonsectarian institution of higher learning. Tufts remained a small New England liberal arts college until the 1970s, when it transformed into a large research university offering several doctorates; it is classified as a "Research I university", denoting the highest level of research activity. Tufts is a member of the Association of American Universities, a selective group of 64 leadings research universities in North America. The university is known for its internationalism, study abroad programs, and promoting active citizenship and public service across all disciplines. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1852 (172 years ago)Coordinates: 42°24'26"N, 71°7'11"W

Address

40 Talbot AveSomerville (Tufts University)Boston 02155-5837 United States

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+1 617-627-3518

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Day trips

Tufts University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Highland, Fitchburg Cutoff, Somerville Community Path, Davis Square.

1.4 miSE
Cycling, Bike path
The Highland, Boston
36 min walk • The Highland is a historic multiunit residence at 66 Highland Avenue in Somerville, Massachusetts. The three story brick building was built in 1892 to a design by architect Samuel D. Kelley.
1 miSW
Cycling, Bike path, Park
Fitchburg Cutoff, Boston
25 min walk • The Fitchburg Cutoff was a rail line running 2.8 miles from Brighton Street in Belmont, Massachusetts to Somerville Junction in Somerville, Massachusetts. It was constructed in two segments in 1870 and 1881; passenger service lasted until 1927.
0.7 miS
Cycling, Bike path
Somerville Community Path, Arlington
19 min walk • The Somerville Community Path is a paved rail trail in Somerville, Massachusetts, running 1.3 miles from Massachusetts Avenue to Lowell Street via Davis Square.
0.8 miS
Square
Davis Square, Boston
20 min walk • Davis Square is a major intersection in the northwestern section of Somerville, Massachusetts where several streets meet: Holland Street, Dover Street, Day Street, Elm Street, Highland Avenue, and College Avenue.
0.7 miS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Flea market
Somerville Theatre, Boston
20 min walk • The Somerville Theatre is an independent movie theater and concert venue in the Davis Square neighborhood of Somerville, Massachusetts, United States. Over one hundred years old, the Somerville Theatre started off as a vaudeville house and movie theater.
~110 ftE
Church, Romanesque architecture
Goddard Chapel, Boston
1 min walk • Goddard Chapel, built in 1883, is the main religious building at Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts. The historic chapel was built in the Lombard Romanesque style.
0.4 miS
Square
Powder House Square, Boston
12 min walk • Powder House Square is a neighborhood and landmark rotary in Somerville, Massachusetts, United States. It is also known locally as Powder House Circle. It is the 6-way intersection of College Avenue, Broadway, Warner Street, and Powder House Boulevard.
~120 ftNW
Italianate architecture
Ballou Hall, Arlington
1 min walk • Ballou Hall is a historic academic building on the campus of Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts. Built in 1852 and designed by Gridley J.F. Bryant, it was Tufts' first academic building following the university's establishment by a group of Universalists.
~520 ftW
Romanesque revival architecture
Goddard Hall, Arlington
3 min walk • Goddard Hall, originally known as Goddard Gymnasium, is a historic academic building on the campus of Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts.
~440 ftSE
Library
Tisch Library, Arlington
3 min walk • Tisch Library, originally Wessell Library, is the principal library for the Medford/Somerville campus of Tufts University.
1.2 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Cinema
Capitol Theater Building, Arlington
30 min walk • The Capitol Theater Building is a historic mixed commercial, residential, and theatrical building at 202–208 Massachusetts Avenue in Arlington, Massachusetts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Tufts University open?

Tufts University is open:

Monday 8 am - 1 am
Tuesday 8 am - 1 am
Wednesday 8 am - 1 am
Thursday 8 am - 2 am
Friday 8 am - 2 am
Saturday 10 am - 1 am
Sunday 10 am - 1 am

Which popular attractions are close to Tufts University?

Nearby attractions include Tufts University School of Arts and Sciences, Arlington (1 min walk), Goddard Chapel, Boston (1 min walk), Ballou Hall, Arlington (1 min walk), Walnut Hill, Arlington (1 min walk).

How to get to Tufts University by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tufts University:

Metro

Davis • Lines: Red (19 min walk)
Alewife • Lines: Red (34 min walk)

Train

West Medford (31 min walk)

Bus

Alewife (35 min walk)