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Harvard Art Museums
Three museums under one roof with world-class collections spanning ancient to contemporary art.
Harvard Square
2 - 3 hours
$20 adults; $18 seniors; Free for students and MA residents (Sat 10am-12pm)
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Discover Cambridge's world-class museums — from the Harvard Art Museums and MIT Museum to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology. Free days, hours, and insider tips.
7 attractions in Cambridge
Cambridge has more museums per square mile than almost any American city. Harvard alone operates a dozen, and MIT's museum showcases cutting-edge technology and design. Whether you're into ancient artifacts, modern art, or interactive science exhibits, there's a museum within walking distance of a Red Line stop.
Insider Tip: Most Harvard museums offer free admission on Saturdays for Massachusetts residents. The MIT Museum is free for Cambridge residents year-round.
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Harvard Museum of Natural History
World-renowned natural history collections including the famous Glass Flowers.
Harvard Square
1.5 - 2 hours
$15 adults; $13 seniors; $10 students; Free for MA residents (Sun 9am-12pm)
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MIT Museum
Engaging museum showcasing innovation, robotics, holography, and MIT's technological breakthroughs.
Kendall Square
1.5 - 2.5 hours
$20 adults; $15 seniors/students; Free for MIT community and children under 18
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Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology
One of the oldest archaeology and ethnology museums in the world, with 1.2 million artifacts.
Harvard Square
1 - 2 hours
$15 adults (includes Museum of Natural History); Free for MA residents Sun 9am-12pm
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MIT List Visual Arts Center
MIT's contemporary art museum — free, cutting-edge exhibitions where art meets science and technology.
Kendall Square
45 minutes - 1.5 hours
Free
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Harvard Science Center & Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments
Free museum of historic telescopes, sundials, and scientific instruments spanning 500 years.
Harvard Square
30 minutes - 1 hour
Free
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Harvard Semitic Museum
Ancient Near Eastern artifacts from Harvard's archaeological expeditions — free and fascinating.
Harvard Square
30 minutes - 1 hour
Free
Frequently Asked Questions
Several museums offer free admission days. The MIT Museum is free for Cambridge residents. Harvard museums are free on Saturdays for MA residents. Many also offer free admission on specific evenings or during university events.