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Like most things in Boston, this museum has a deep history. It opened on July 4, 1876 with a collection of 5,600 pieces of art; the museum now welcomes more than 1 million visitors a year, and houses almost 450,000 works, including ancient Egyptian sculptures and contemporary photography. Note: You and your grandchildren (ages 4 and older) can take advantage of the Family Place cart, a moving kiosk grandparents.com
First opened in 1876, this art museum is one of the best in the United States and has sponsored impressive shows on Monet and John Singer Sargent. The "MFA" has outstanding collections of Impressionist art, early American art and artifacts, and Asian and Egyptian art. The museum also hosts lectures, musical performances and films. Admission is USD15 for adults, USD13 for seniors and college students mytravelguide.com
The Museum of Fine Arts houses and preserves preeminent collections and aspires to serve a wide variety of people through direct encounters with works of art.The Museum aims for the highest standards of quality in all its endeavors. It serves as a resource for both those who are already familiar with art and those for whom art is a new experience. Through exhibitions, programs, research and publications museumland.net
free admittance after 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Musical Instruments Gallery is open every day from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free tours (included with the price of admission) are given daily at various times. The admission price now includes a seond visit within a ten-day period. Extra charge for special exhibits. There is a $2 discount at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum if you visit within two trekaroo.com
This museum houses nearly 450,000 works of art, from ancient Egyptian to contemporary, but the centerpiece is the spectacular new wing for the Art of the Americas. Here, you'll be treated to large-scale masterpieces that haven't been displayed for decades. smartdestinations.com
First opened in 1876, the MFA is the crown jewel of Boston's art scene, and home to one of the most extensive collections in the world. Introduce your kids to the arts with the self-paced activities offered throughout the galleries. Highlights include the new American art wing, the contemporary art wing, and the newly renovated outdoor Glass Courtyard. go.com
The MFA is one of the world's great art museums with masterpieces from around the world and across the ages. Its new Art of the Americas wing includes 5,000 glorious examples of art including paintings, sculpture, furniture, textiles, and decorative arts telling the story of American art from prehistoric to the present day. massvacation.com
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The original MFA opened its doors to the public on July 4, 1876, the nation's centennial. Built in Copley Square, the MFA was then home to 5,600 works of art. Today the MFA is one of the most comprehensive art museums in the world; the collection encompasses nearly 450,000 works of art. We welcome more than one million visitors each year to experience art from ancient Egyptian to contemporary, special ettractions.com
With approximately 450,000 objects in the collection, there's always something new on view. The MFA also offers an ongoing schedule of special exhibitions and daily activities including gallery talks, films, concerts, artist lectures, and family programs. Stay as long as you like and see just what you want, from an Impressionist painting to a 5,000 year-old mummy to a current film. famplosion.com
Fine Art and Family Fun at the MFABring the whole family to the MFA for a day of discovery and creativity. At every turn, youll find breathtaking works of art, from modern masters to ancient Egyptian mummies. The MFA offers hands-on activities designed for children ages four and up. Piece together puzzles, learn mythical tales, and uncover ancient Egyptian mysteries. Choose from our ever-changing visitnewengland.com
Boston's Museum of Fine arts is one of the largest museums in the United States, bringing in more than one million visitors each year. The museum features many rare and priceless works of art, including a number of well known works from such artists as Gauguin, Renoir, Manet, Van Gogh, Cézanne, Monet, Degas, John Singleton Copley, and Winslow Homer.The museum is also home to an extensive collection waymarking.com

reviews from web

extensive collections...so extensive you best make sure you have enough time to spend there. i made the mistake of going too late in the day, and i didn't get to see ever... from citysearch.com

The MFA is simply one of the most prestigious art museums in the world. There are plenty of other art museums in Boston which are also good too, but I find the MFA Boston... from citysearch.com

When I was a grad student a couple of years ago at Northeastern I would step across the street (literally) to the MFA on Wed nights (voluntary pay for admission). Been th... from citysearch.com

Most of us who grew up in the area went to the MFA throughout school on field trips. It's worth visiting as an adult, whether your tastes are classical or modern. You can... from citysearch.com

The MFA's a wonderful place to wander through for an afternoon. Maybe you won't see all of it (I spent four hours there last weekend and certainly didn't), but it's great... from citysearch.com

The MFA is where I go to relax. The atmosphere is calm and not pretentious. The exhibits, cafes, and store are all perfect. from citysearch.com

Pick the category that you want to see. You can't do the Museum of Fine Arts in a day. Great for schools studying Greek and/or Egyptian history. from citysearch.com

5 stars by RainyDayInterns from Boston, MA on 10/15/2009: We got a preview of it on Tuesday and it is spectacular! There is so much stuff there that one visit will not be... from smartdestinations.com

The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston houses a nice selection of classic and contemporary art. There are plenty of big names here alongside old artifacts. The contemporary ar... from citysearch.com

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I have been to the MFA many times, and would go many more. The collection is great, and the special exhibits never cease to amaze me. Although the special exhibits are en... from citysearch.com

The MFA is one of Boston's greatest treasures! It is a great place to go for a date, because whatever you see there, you can be sure that it will promote discussion -- an... from citysearch.com

The Boston Museum of Fine Arts just introduced this and I tried to use it (end of November 2010) in the new Art of The Americas wing of the museum. It has a touch screen,... from citysearch.com

The Museum of Fine Arts is a great place to go to relax, walk around, and experience art in its purest form. They have exhibitions containing ancient Egyptian art, all th... from citysearch.com

first off, try to take the T or walk to the MFA. Its really convinient although the Green line is sometimes a little slower than the others. The musuem itself is beautifu... from citysearch.com

Plan on spending a lot of time here! I have lived in Massachusetts all my life and had never been here till just a few years ago. I was amazed. It is much bigger than I h... from trekaroo.com

The MFA was recently renovating it's American History Wing which is now completed and open to the public. I went a few months ago to see the exhibit Tomb 10A. It was real... from trekaroo.com

The great thing is that the MFA is free on Wednesday evenings, and also you can order reduced price passes ahead of time from your local library because otherwise the adm... from citysearch.com

This wonderful instituation provides a magnificent insight into the art world. Located close to the Northeastern Campus, it is easy to reach via the Green Line E Train. P... from citysearch.com

The Museum of Fine Arts is a terrific art museum for any art lover. With a vast collection from what seems to be every great decade, geographic area, style and time perio... from citysearch.com

The Museum of Fine Arts is a beautiful museum - housed in one of the typical old,. gorgeous buildings that Boston is known for. This museum is a perfect fit for a city kn... from citysearch.com

The MoFA is a substantial asset to the community. (The art inside is insured for quite a lot.)It's had some rocky leadership, and that has actually visibly affected the q... from citysearch.com

You can get lost in hereliterally and figuratively. I recently went in to see a specific exhibit and emerged many hours later after browsing through several time periods ... from citysearch.com

The Museum of Fine Arts is one of the countrys great city museums, holding collections of fine art, antiquities, furniture, silver, and ceramics. Highlights include the M... from trekaroo.com

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attraction type: Museums and Art Galleries
source web site: http://www.museumca.org/cgi-bin/cgiwrap/museumca/usa_search.cgi
activities: Museums & Exhibits
age: Elementary (5-9), Tween (9-12), Teen (12+)
info: Adults $17, seniors and students $15, children 7 to 17 $6.50, 6 and younger and members free
collection: Art of the Ancient World .. Art of Asia, Oceania, & Africa .. Art of Europe .. Contemporary Art .. Musical Instruments .. Prints, Drawings, and Photographs .. Textile & Fashion Arts .. American Decorative Arts & Sculpture .. Native North American Arts .. American Paintings .. Art of...
topics: middle, european, eastern, 18th, oceanic, ancient, prints, 19th, paintings, oceania, century, asian, art, American, native
categories: Artistic
languages: English
more info link: http://stepintoplaces.com/Resource%20Guide/Specialty/Specialty%20Index.htm
type of resource: Specialty Museum
child admission: 10.00
closed: New Year's Day,Patriot's Day,July 4,Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. All holiday hours are subject to change without notice.
public transportation: Take the T: Green Line E train to Museum of Fine Arts stop. Orange Line to Ruggles Street stop.
amenities: Art Classes, Tours, Gallery Activities, Lectures/Classes, Programs, Exhibits, Films, Special Events, Music, Nestled among the grand masters of art and design in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, the variety of dining venues from Restaurants Associates stir the senses with seasonally inspired menus...
category: Art Museum
location: Boston
parking: Pay
payment: Master Card, American Express, Visa
variables: Name: Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Location: Avenue of the Arts 465 Huntington Avenue Avenue of the Arts Boston, Massachusetts 02115-5523 Phone Number: 617-267-9300 Agency/Ownership: Public Hours of operation: Monday and Tuesday 10 am-4:45 pm Wednesday-Friday 10 am-9:45 pm Saturday and Sunday 10...
good for babies rating: 0/5
good for school-age rating: 4/5
good for teens rating: 4/5
good for toddlers rating: 0/5
good for kids rating: 4/5
location: Boston, Massachusetts
ages: 5 adult
categories: Museums & Monuments
editorial review: The Scene New England's largest museum, the world-class MFA is awaiting some major renovations. John Singer Sargent murals in the original 1909 building promote the idea of the MFA as a..., In Short Located in the West Wing of the MFA, Remis Auditorium is a proscenium theater that hosts...
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