All art museums and attractions to visit in Boston

Boston (Massachusetts) has a lot to offer for art lovers. Below we list all 7 art museums that are located in Boston.

Do you like art and are you looking for the best art museums to visit in Boston? These are the ones:

  1. The Institute of Contemporary Art1

    The Institute of Contemporary Art

     Boston, MA
    The Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston, USA, is a renowned exhibition venue. It is a cultural hub that showcases a variety of contemporary art pieces from various artists. The museum is located in the heart of Boston, making it easily accessible for tourists.
  2. Museum of Fine Arts2

    Museum of Fine Arts

     Boston, MA
    The Museum of Fine Arts, located in Boston, Massachusetts, is recognized as one of the largest museums in the United States. Founded in 1870 and opened in 1876, the museum has grown to become a significant cultural institution, housing a diverse range of collections.
  3. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum3

    Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

     Boston, MA
    The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, located in Boston, Massachusetts, is a unique institution dedicated to the preservation and display of European and American art. The museum was founded in 1903 by Isabella Stewart Gardner, a prominent art collector and philanthropist. The museum's collection, which spans various periods and styles, is a testament to Gardner's passion for art and her commitment to sharing it with the public.
  4. Museum of Bad Art4

    Museum of Bad Art

     Boston, MA
    The Museum of Bad Art (MOBA) is a unique private museum with two locations in Massachusetts, USA - one in Somerville and the other in Brookline. It is dedicated to showcasing the works of artists that would otherwise not be displayed or appreciated. The museum's collection includes 500 pieces that are 'too bad to be ignored', with 25 to 35 works on display at any given time.
  5. Museum of the National Center of Afro-American Artists5

    Museum of the National Center of Afro-American Artists

     Boston, MA
    Abbotsford, which is now the Museum of the National Center of Afro-American Artists, is a historic house located at 300 Walnut Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. This museum is a significant landmark that showcases the rich history and culture of Afro-American artists. It is a place where tourists can explore and appreciate the contributions of these artists to the global art scene.
  6. McMullen Museum of Art6

    McMullen Museum of Art

     Boston, MA
    The McMullen Museum of Art is located in Brighton, Massachusetts, near the main campus of Boston College in Chestnut Hill. As the university's art museum, it serves as a cultural hub for both the academic community and the general public.
  7. MassArt Art Museum7

    MassArt Art Museum

     Boston, MA
    The MassArt Art Museum (MAAM) is Boston’s only free contemporary art museum, a space to experience works by visionary artists at the forefront of contemporary art. As MassArt's teaching museum, we are committed to educating and empowering the next generation of artists—both on our campus and through