Boston Athenæum

One of the oldest independent libraries in the USA, the Boston Athenæum was founded in 1807 by a few young Harvard graduates. Its purpose today is the same as it ever was; serving others by providing cultural programs and preserving architecture, books and works of art. Some notable members of this storied organization include Louisa May Alcott, John Adams, and John F. Kennedy. Art and architecture tours are open and available to the public Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3PM, 1PM Sundays, and at 5:30PM Mondays.

Address

10 1/2 Beacon St

Getting there

T: Park Street

Hours

Mon-Thu 9AM-8PM, Fri 9AM-5:30PM, Sat 9AM-4PM, Sun noon-4PM

Price

$5, free for members

Website

bostonathenaeum.org (opens in a new tab)