74 | meetboston.com ON THE TOWN Commonwealth Museum 220 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston 02125 617-727-9268 • sec.state.ma.us/mus/index.html Under the auspices of the Massachusetts Secretary of State and located in the Massachusetts Archives building, this is the only state history museum of people, places and politics in the Commonwealth. H Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the U.S. Senate 210 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston 02125 617-740-7000 • emkinstitute.org At the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate, we are dedicated to educating the public about our government, invigorating public discourse, encouraging participatory democracy and inspiring the next generation of citizens and leaders. H Embrace Boston 75 Arlington Street, # 300, Boston 02116 embraceboston.org An initiative of the Boston Foundation working closely with the City of Boston to create a living memorial and programs honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Coretta Scott King, and their work together in Boston. The memorial is intended to inspire visitors to reflect on the values of racial and economic justice that both espoused. See ad page 22. The First Church of Christ, Scientist 210 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston 02115 617-450-7330 christianscience.com/howdoyouseetheworld The Christian Science Plaza is home to The First Church of Christ, Scientist, The Christian Science Publishing Society, The Mary Baker Eddy Library and the interactive experience, “How Do You See the World?” and Mapparium™ globe. Visit the exhibits to explore stories of global progress. H Franklin Park Zoo One Franklin Park Road, Boston 02121 617-541-LION • zoonewengland.org The AZA-accredited zoo, located just four miles from downtown Boston, is home to one of the most innovative indoor gorilla exhibits in the world, as well as a Masai giraffe family, tigers, a lion, kangaroos and more. H See ad page 72. Go City P.O. Box 80169, Stoneham 02180 gocity.com/boston The Go Boston® pass allows you to save up to 55% off admission to over 40 attractions and tours vs. paying at the gate. Choose attractions as you go and do as much as you want each day. Purchase online or from the free Go City Card app! H See ad page 72. Harpoon Brewery 306 Northern Avenue, Boston 02210 617-456-2322 • harpoonbrewery.com Located on Boston’s waterfront, Harpoon Brewery is New England’s largest brewer of specialty beers. Harpoon Brewery was founded in 1986 with a vision of building a brewery that makes great beer and welcomes beer lovers. H Harvard Art Museums 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge 02138 617-495-9400 • harvardartmuseums.org Three museums - the Fogg, Busch-Reisinger and Arthur M. Sackler Museums - united in one spectacular venue with three levels of art, spanning ancient to modern times. Please visit website for details on ticketing, general policies, admission rates, hours and more. H Harvard Museum of Natural History 26 Oxford Street, Cambridge 02138 617-495-3045 • hmnh.harvard.edu Just steps away from Harvard Yard and Harvard Square, you can explore the celebrated Blaschka Glass Flowers, roar with the Siberian tiger, find your birthstone gem and go back in time in Romer Hall, home of the famous 42-foot mounted Krono- saurus. Visit new exhibitions like “Swimming with Sharks” and “In Search of Thoreau’s Flowers.” H Institute of Contemporary Art 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston 02210 617-478-3100 • icaboston.org Located on Boston’s waterfront, the ICA presents exhibitions, performances and programs that invite audiences of all ages to participate in the excite- ment of new art and ideas. H Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum 25 Evans Way, Boston 02115 617-566-1401 • gardnermuseum.org Modeled after a 15th-century Venetian palazzo surrounding an indoor courtyard garden, the Museum houses one of the world’s most remarkable art collections, featuring works by Rembrandt, Michelangelo, Raphael, Degas and Sargent. H John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum Columbia Point, Boston 02125 617-514-1600 • jfklibrary.org The only presidential library in New England is at a beautiful waterfront location. The museum tells the story of JFK’s 1,000 days in office. H See ad page 77. John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse 1 Courthouse Way, Suite 1-420, Boston 02210 617-261-2440 • moakleycourthouse.com Welcome to a unique American landmark where you can enjoy art and cultural exhibits, educational programs, breathtaking panoramic harbor views and tours of visiting historic ships, or enjoy a picnic with friends in the 2.25-acre outdoor HarborPark on Fan Pier. H Key to Amaze 530 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston 02215 617-286-2183 • keytoamaze.com It’s time to have some fun and be the hero of your own adventure! Virtual reality gives you the chance to fly in zero gravity, fight zombies or create and get inside your own painting! The options are endless! Step off the beaten path and experience amazing new worlds with your team today!
