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Armenian Library and Museum of America

Armenian Library and Museum of America
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by Susannah Burley
Type of Attraction
Museums, Outlying Areas
Neighborhood
Day Trip
Interests That Apply
History
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Price: $0-$5
$5 adults; $2 students; children under 12 free.
Is there parking?: Limited
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs
Mobility Assistance Available: Elevator
Water/Drinks: Available at attraction or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Dinner Lunch
Restrooms: Available
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Armenian Library and Museum of America

Armenian Museum

Ethnicity, By Diaspora


Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
65 Main St
Watertown, MA 02472
+1 617 926 2562
Fax: +1 617 926 0175

Description

Given the Armenian genocide of 1915 and subsequent diaspora, this is an important home to thousands of historical and cultural artifacts that may otherwise have been lost. This realization led a group of Bostonian Armenian-American immigrants to organize in 1971 and by 1988, they'd bought a four-story former bank building in Watertown to house the collection. It is the largest collection of such artifacts outside of Armenia and includes a tragic, yet informative remembrance of the genocide. It's a very moving exhibition, and is a must-see if you are of Armenian heritage, but hardly restricted to this ethnic tradition to be of interest.





Times & Dates

Open Hours: 6pm-9pm, Thur; 1pm-5pm, Fri-Sun
Visit Time: 1hr-1.5hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $0-$5
Price Notes: $5 adults; $2 students; children under 12 free.

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.
Restrictions: Eat before you come, as no outside food is allowed in. Save the drinks for later; alcohol is not permitted at this venue.


Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this attraction: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this attraction: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bus
Parking Availability: Limited
Parking Safety: Somewhat Safe


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by Susannah Burley