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Museum of Science

With a planetarium, an IMAX movie theater, and a two-story Van de Graaf generator capable of producing 2.5 million volts of electricity, the Museum of Science is truly impressive. Children love the interactive discovery center, live animal exhibit and the dinosaur exhibit with fossils and life-size models. These and the hundreds of other exhibits make this museum one of Boston's top attractions. This educational and entertaining museum is perfect for the whole family.

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

One of the most well-known incidents of the American Revolution was the Boston Tea Party, where shiploads of tea were thrown into the sea to protest against British taxes. The Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum allows guests to relive this incident, with costumed tour guides telling the war story through paintings, historic artifacts, and even reenactments. Visitors can board the ships and dump tea crates into the sea. Each aspect of the historical event, as well as the aftermath, is covered in this museum, making it a must-stop for keen guests.

Boston Children's Museum

Boston Children's Museum is one of the oldest children's museums in the country, and it is a great place to both entertain and educate children. Interactive exhibits introduce curious minds to a wide array of topics, including art, culture, science, and technology. The Gallery, Science Playground, PlaySpace, and New Balance Foundation Climb are some exceptional displays that teach children more about their environment and the world. A fascinating museum and an enriching spot, it is beloved by all children who visit it.

Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston

Serving the community since 1936, ICA (Institute of Contemporary Art) has been among the first in the city to debut works by impressive artists from Picasso to Warhol. Since its 2006 move to the architecturally stunning new harbor front site, the museum has continued its impressive exhibits of cutting edge of contemporary art in Boston. The facility now houses an amazing permanent collection rife with paintings and video installations, as well as traveling exhibitions showcasing the hottest talents from around the world. ICA is also home to a year-round program of dance, theater and film, and it also sponsors educational programs and off-site art installations and events throughout the community.

Massachusetts Archives & Commonwealth Museum

Commonwealth Museum exhibits some interesting documents and legal records belonging to the State. The museum's education department offers lectures encouraging the use of material from the archives. A special exhibit entitled 'Highway to the Past' is dedicated to the archeology of the Big Dig. Many of the artifacts uncovered during the digging are also on display.

Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at Harvard University

Housing a treasure trove of old artifacts, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology is a fascinating place where visitors can learn more about history and cultures from around the world. The museum was founded in 1866 and has one of the oldest and largest anthropology collections in the world. Explore the exhibits and see the interesting artifacts, including Native American totem poles, Lewis and Clark Expedition artifacts, as well as Aztec figurines.

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