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MIT Museum

MIT Museum
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Type of Attraction
Museums
Neighborhood
East
Interests That Apply
Science, Engineering, Math, Art, Photography
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Price: $5-$10
The museum is free Sundays 10am-12pm.
Is there parking?: Limited
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Notes: The Museum has one parking space for handicapped access behind the Museum at the corner of Windsor and Front Streets.
Water/Drinks: Available at attraction or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
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MIT Museum

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Address: Phone:
265 Massachusetts Avenue
(Building N51)
Cambridge, MA 02139
+1 617 253 5927
Fax: +1 617 253 8994

Description

Founded to promote innovation, support, and interest in the sciences, the MIT Museum houses various collections that spotlight everything from artificial intelligence to the world's largest collection of holograms. The museum was started in 1971 with the idea of collecting and preserving objects and artifacts relating to studies on the MIT campus. The museum splits the objects into collections, comprising categories such as Science and Technology, Hart Nautical, Architecture and Design, and others, so it's easy to see what you're interested in here. They also offer rotating exhibits and galleries and are always presenting the latest projects and research going on at MIT.





Times & Dates

Open Hours: 10am-5pm, daily
Visit Time: 1.5hr-2hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10
Price Notes: The museum is free Sundays 10am-12pm.

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this attraction: Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this attraction: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Red Line T to Central
Best Modes of Transportation: Subway Walking
Parking Availability: Limited


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© Melvin Rivera