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Museum of Fine Arts

Boston, Massachusetts

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Museum of Fine Arts

The MFA has some fantastic collections on display, ranging from the wonders of ancient Egypt to modern and contemporary American masterpieces. The museum also boasts the largest collection of Japanese art outside of Japan.

Useful Information

  • Address: 465 Huntington Avenue, Fenway, Boston
  • Phone: +1 617 267 9300
  • More Info: www.mfa.org
  • Address: Sun, Mon, Wed & Sat 10am–5pm; Thu & Fri 10am–10pm; Tue closed
  • More Info: Green Line to Museum of Fine Arts
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  • More Info: https://www.facebook.com/mfaboston/

Do & See

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