Location: Boston
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Walk the Freedom Trail the first time you visit Boston and you'll quickly get a sense of this coastal city's revolutionary spirit and history. But make sure you also explore some of Boston's fine museums (try the Isabella Stewart Gardner, featuring masterpieces displayed in their collector's mansion) and old neighborhoods (like the North End, Boston's Little Italy). You can't claim to have experienced real Boston culture, though, until you've watched a Red Sox game from the bleachers.
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1. Boston Public Library - East Boston Branch
2. New England Historic Genealogical Society
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
We are located in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood, and are America's leading research center for genealogists of every skill level. Visitors have access to millions of documents, manuscripts, records, books, microfilms, photographs, artifacts, electronic resources, and other items that preserve and reveal our nation's history. NEHGS genealogists, archivists, and librarians are available to assist patrons with their research inquiries and provide orientations to the library collections.
3. John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,920 reviews
Relive the Kennedy era in this dynamic combination museum and library, where your visit starts with a short film and then leaves you on your own to explore a series of fascinating exhibits, including the Kennedy-Nixon debate, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the space program, 1960s campaign paraphernalia and displays about Jacqueline and other Kennedy family members. The striking, I.M. Pei-designed building overlooks the water and the Boston skyline.
Reviewed By IllyCoffeeDrinkers - Flagstaff, United States
One of us and two friends visited the John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library on a cloudy Saturday morning in October. The facility itself is beautiful. There were no lines when we arrived in the morning and the introductory film was well worth watching. While no person is perfect, it was amazing to be reminded of how intelligent, passionate, charming, glamorous and successful the President and First Lady were. It was also inspiring to be reminded of all President Kennedy accomplished, dreamed to accomplish and inspired others to accomplish. There are numerous exhibits and short films which cover various aspects of President Kennedy’s life and career including his campaigns, his significant speeches, the Peace Corps, the Space Program and the Cuban Missile Crisis. Among the displays are numerous artifacts, photos and documents (some real and some facsimiles) which exquisitely personalize and dramatize the lives and careers of the President, the First Lady and his brothers Bobby and Ted (photos of a few of the items are attached). It was also awe inspiring to take the time to reread some of the President’s speeches and marvel at how he adeptly sought to inspire all Americans to work together in support of causes greater than themselves (photos of a few excerpts are also attached). Bottom line, if you are looking to be inspired or are a history buff, we highly recommend you spend a few hours at this wonderful Museum and Library. On the way out, the café and gift shop are both worth a visit too. Enjoy. If you found this review helpful and/or our photos helpful or pleasing, we hope you will click the “helpful/thank you” button. Those of us who write detailed reviews appreciate the feedback and it encourages us to write additional reviews for everyone’s consideration. Thank you.
4. Boston Public Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,972 reviews
On the National Register of Historic Places, the library opened in 1852 as the first free, publicly-supported municipal library in America.
Reviewed By SundaramR - Chennai District, India
It was a fantastic experience to visit a modern library in great style 2 days back.it is in the heart of the city ,with Copley square at stone's throw.it is strongly suggested to take advantage of free guided tours lasting approx 1 hour,to admire the artitectural glory of this building. The books available here cover A to Z.you can go through the various language books of the world.WiFi is available.one can browse and read books old and new of one's choice. After spending a considerable time one can enjoy a fabulous coffee in Newsfeed coffee For information of book lovers - it is learnt that a regular member can lend for short time a good number of books for reading.
5. Boston Athenaeum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By adalbert3 - Newport Beach, United States
One can take a tour or just walk through--there is a cost of admittance, but we were happy to pay it in support of such a noteworthy organization---as it is one of the oldest independent libraries in the U.S.. The setting itself sets a wonderful tone and the artwork is gorgeous--a John Adams portrait by Gilbert Stuart and a James Monroe portrait by Samuel F. B. Morse are just two examples. There is a great children's section and if you have the time, just sit in the Henry Long Room for a few moments and enjoy the ambience. Check out my photos for more details.
6. The Mary Baker Eddy Library
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4.5 based on 79 reviews
Mary Baker Eddy was a remarkable New England woman who overcame adversity and challenged convention during a time when women had few rights or opportunities. She is regarded as one of the most successful and influential women of the nineteenth-century. The Mary Baker Eddy Library's mission is to "provide public access and context to original materials and educational experiences about Mary Baker Eddy’s life, ideas, and achievements." This unique library/museum promotes exploration and scholarship through its collections and exhibits, and community interaction and partnership through varied programs and events every year. The Library is housed in an 11-story, neoclassical style building and is the home of the world-famous Mapparium.
Reviewed By TanyaVolffS - Sharon, United States
We stumbled across the church she founded first thinking it was a library and was offered a free tour. At first I was hesitant thinking it was a way to convert me. I also mistakenly thought this was the church that didn’t support medical intervention if any kind. I was wrong on both accounts. It was a beautiful place and the staff was informative but not pushy. I learned a great deal and the building in beautiful. Afterwards he pointed us towards the library and mapparium. I liked the Mapparium but felt rushed. It would have been nice to be able to linger a bit more, though they did say that you could do another tour through tour the day for free! I learned about Mary Baker-Eddy who wrote a book, founded the church based in her beliefs which has spread internationally, created a magazine for fair news all at a time when it would have been hard for a woman to do so. She was amazing to learn about! Highly recommend seeing the church and the library!
7. World Trade Center Boston
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
8. Commonwealth Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 34 reviews
This library preserves historical and legal records of Massachusetts for its citizens. The museum offers formal exhibits showcasing its artifacts.
Reviewed By bastapelberg - Johannesburg, South Africa
We visited this museum by accident whilst on our walk to the JFK Museum. What a delight. As tourists it provided an excellent overview of American history with wonderful displays. If you have the time, definitely add it to your visit to the other Museums in the area. We will definitely be back.
9. Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 216 reviews
Reviewed By 106roberte - Oswego, United States
Boston boat show was full of people, and runs until 18th, Plan on going through a security check point with a metal detector for your safety. The show seemed a tad smaller than last year, Lots of friendly vendors showing the latest products available, Lots of Mercury Verado's! Eat before hand or exit and come back in as food vendors are a bit pricey and not all that good a quality, But alcoholic beverages are available !! A great attraction !!!
10. Hynes Convention Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By beckyfJ5777KY
This place was able to handle over 9,000 people in attendance. The many conference rooms were clean and great for microphone usage. The exhibit rooms for the vendors was huge! This was my first time there. I never felt like I was crowded.
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