From The Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston Best Nearby Museums (Attractions & Activities) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Boston, MA Museum of Afro American History (Attractions & Activities - Museums) 46 Joy St, Boston  MA  02114-4007 • 617-725-0022 Distance: ~0.94 mi         Description: BEACON HILL. This fascinating historical museum is comprised of the African-American Meeting House, one of the nation's oldest black churches, and the Abiel Smith School, the first Boston classroom for black children. The museum provides information about African-Americans in New England and is the starting point for the Black Heritage Trail, a walking tour that traces the heritage of the city's African-American community. Museum of Science (Attractions & Activities - Museums) O'Brian Hwy Science Park, Boston  MA  02114 • 617-723-2500 Distance: ~1.09 mi User Rating: 10 / 10         Description: WEST END. Contains the largest "lightning machine" in the world and includes the Hayden Planetarium, which features models, lectures, films, laser and star shows. More than 400 interactive exhibits in all. Travel the world in the Mugar Omni Theater where scientific subjects show on a four-story, domed screen. The Human body connection is a permanent exhibit, as well as one about the eye and vision. Boston Children's Museum (Attractions & Activities - Museums) 300 Congress St, Boston  MA  02210 • 617-426-6500 • 617-426-8855 Distance: ~1.23 mi User Rating: 10 / 10         Description: SEAPORT DISTRICT. Offering several floors of hands-on exhibits, this educational museum is designed to help children understand their bodies, the nature of disabilities, science, and cultural diversity. Representative exhibits address, recycling, boats, music, construction, art, and theater. In these various displays, kids can be on TV, climb a maze, make huge bubbles, or even sing karaoke. A great source of stimulation and education. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum of Art (Attractions & Activities - Museums) 280 The Fenway, Boston  MA  02115 • 617-566-1401 • 617-278-5156 Distance: ~1.36 mi         Description: FENWAY DISTRICT. This lovely art museum was first opened in 1903 by Isabella Stewart Gardner. The building is a grand old stone structure of three stories that centers around an interior courtyard filled with beautiful plants and flowers. The artwork in the museum consists of paintings, sculpture, antique furniture, silver, ceramics, and tapestries from about 30 different centuries. Ms. Gardner personally acquired many of the items seen in the museum today. Among other things, she loved the work of Dante and bought many of his rare edition books; she also admired rare Dutch and Italian paintings, which visitors can see scattered throughout the museum. MIT Museum (Attractions & Activities - Museums) 265 Massachusetts Ave Bldg N52, Cambridge  MA  02139 • 617-253-4444 • 617-253-5927 Distance: ~1.40 mi         Description: CAMBRIDGE. Art and science meet at this intriguing museum on the MIT campus. Its collections and exhibitions present the work of MIT professors and alums, and also offers a variety of miscellaneous memorabilia. Among the highlights are displays on robots, holography, ocean sciences, architecture and design, nautical engineering, and a record of technological innovation across the past two centuries. Eclectic and entertaining! NB Admission the third Sunday of every month is free. USS Constitution Museum (Attractions & Activities - Museums) 28 Constitution Rd Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston  MA  02129 • 617-242-1812 Distance: ~1.76 mi         Description: CHARLESTOWN. This museum relates the storied 200-year history of the USS Constitution, which was first launched in the late 18th century and is now recognized as the world's oldest commissioned warship. During her years at sea, the Constitution saw conflict with pirates and experienced victories during the War of 1812. Museum attractions include a documentary, hands-on exhibits, interactive programs, artworks, historic artifacts, and gift shop. Harvard Museum of Natural History (Attractions & Activities - Museums) 26 Oxford St, Cambridge  MA  02138 • 617-495-3045 Distance: ~2.88 mi         Description: CAMBRIDGE. This fascinating university museum houses a vast array of exhibits on things animal, vegetable, and mineral. The natural world is explored and detailed, and visitors can examine dinosaurs, fossils, gemstones, glass flower models, and displays about biological systems. You'll also get a good overview of the rise of regional cultures. Educational, informative displays make this a must-see museum, and a gift shop sells exhibit-related merchandise. John F Kennedy Presidential Library (Attractions & Activities - Museums) Columbia Point, Boston  MA  02125 • 617-514-1600 • 866-535-1960 Distance: ~3.11 mi User Rating: 9.5 / 10         Description: DORCHESTER. Dedicated "to all those who through the art of politics seek a new and better world." The looming white structure, designed by I.M. Pei, overlooks Dorchester Bay. The museum/gallery contains exhibits tracing Kennedy's career from the campaign trail to his tragic death. The library is also home to the renowned Earnest Hemingway research room, whose archives include original manuscripts, hand-written correspondence and photographs. Larz Anderson Auto Museum (Attractions & Activities - Museums) 15 Newton St Larz Anderson Park, Brookline  MA  02445 • 617-522-6547 Distance: ~4.23 mi         Description: BROOKLINE. The majestic Carriage House was built in 1888 and is a National Historic Site. In addition, it is the former home of Larz and Isabel Anderson, noted automobile collectors. Presently, the house boasts the country's oldest car collection, showcases the Andersons' collection (which began in 1899), and also features exhibits relating to how the automotive history has influenced society and culture. Numerous lectures, events, and tours ensure informative fun for all ages. DeCordova Museum (Attractions & Activities - Museums) 51 Sandy Pond Rd, Lincoln  MA  01773 • 781-259-8355 Distance: ~13.23 mi User Rating: 10 / 10         Description: WEST METRO. The DeCordova Museum and Sculpture Park should be visited while you are in Boston if you have the time. The museum is located on the former estate of (and named after) a wealthy and cultured merchant who lived during the 1850's. The museum features works of art from Cordova's day as well as modern art. The sculpture park is set on 35 acres and features over 75 larger than life sculptures set amidst a natural, tranquil setting. Also houses a gift shop and café. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.