Boston is home to an intelligent community of artists and forward thinkers, and the diverse population even inspires the attractions in the area. Explore the art and creations of generations past to see how the city of Boston evolved into what it is today.

Boston Museum of Fine Arts
Boston's Museum of Fine Arts is world renowned for a comprehensive collection of the arts. The museum's collection includes more than 450,000 items, spanning an extremely wide range of styles and periods. Peruse post-Impressionistic paintings, engage in Egyptian artifacts, and stroll through a Japanese garden. This world-encompassing epicenter of education is sure to inspire people of all ages. Take advantage of the daily programs and workshops the museum provides, and be sure to check the calendar for upcoming special events before planning a visit.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Boston's Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is home to a remarkable collection of worldly art, and the building was even designed to be a work of art itself. Established in 1903 by Isabella Stewart, today the museum continues to carry on her legacy of curating unique collections. Take a walk through Fenway Court, the outdoor garden that supposedly inspired Boston's dedication to landscape architecture, and enjoy the music and special events hosted regularly throughout different venues within the facility.

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