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THE MARY BAKER EDDY LIBRARY
Explore the life and achievements of Mary Baker Eddy, a New England woman who defied conventional 19th-century thinking to become an influential religious leader, publisher, teacher and businesswoman. The museum also houses the famous Mapparium—a three-story stainedglass globe, opened in 1935, which allows visitors to stand in the center, giving them a unique look at how ideas can inspire individuals and change the world. 200 Massachusetts Ave., 617-450-7000, marybakereddylibrary.org. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.– 4 p.m. $6; seniors, students & youth (6–17) $4; children (under 6) free.
Boston BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Museum Wharf, 308 Congress St., 617-4266500, bostonkids.org. Sat–Thu 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til 9 p.m. $17; children (under 1) free; Sat–Thu 4–5 p.m. $8.50; Fri 5–9 p.m. (Family Night) $1. This museum features interactive exhibits that allow children to learn about science, history and culture firsthand. BUNKER HILL MUSEUM 43 Monument Sq., Charlestown, 617-242-7275, nps.gov/bost/historyculture/bhmuseum.htm. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. Located across from the iconic Bunker Hill Monument, this museum dedicated to 1775’s pivotal Battle of Bunker Hill showcases exhibits telling the story of the battle, the creation of the monument and the history of Charlestown. It also includes a 360-degree mural of the battle along with refurbished dioramas and artifacts. DREAMLAND WAX MUSEUM 1 Washington Mall, 857-233-5437, dreamlandwaxmuseum.com. Mon–Wed 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 9 p.m., Sun ’til 8 p.m.
$29; seniors, children & military $25. Explore New England’s premier wax museum located near historic City Hall Plaza and only yards away from Fanieul Hall and The Freedom Trail. Dreamland hopes to inspire wonder, share stories and allow our visitors to come face-to-face with the amazing men and woman who have shaped history. INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART 25 Harbor Shore Drive, 617-478-3100, icaboston.org. Sat, Sun, Tue & Wed 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Thu & Fri ’til 9 p.m. $15; seniors $13; students $10; children (under 17) free. Free to all Thu 5–9 p.m. This stateof-the-art structure on the South Boston waterfront presents installations of contemporary paintings, sculptures and photographs, as well as live dance and music. Special exhibits: Steve McQueen: Ashes; Dana Schutz; beginning Oct 4—Mark Dion: Misadventures of a 21st-Century Naturalist. ISABELLA STEWART GARDNER MUSEUM 25 Evans Way, 617-566-1401, gardnermuseum.org. Wed–Mon 11 a.m.– 5 p.m., Thu ’til 9 p.m. $15; seniors $12; college students $5; children (under 18), BOSTONGUIDE.COM
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