Specialties
World renowned holograms, robots, sculptures, and a variety of interactive programs attract visitors to this dynamic, science and technology museum in the Central Square neighborhood near the Charles River. Unique programs and workshops are offered regularly – check the Museum Calendar online for the schedule. And do not forget to shop in the cool store offering the best science themed t-shirts around!
History
Established in 1971.
The MIT Museum’s original mandate was the collection and preservation of historical artifacts then scattered throughout MIT.
Today, visitors enter a newly renovated gallery, and are engaged with exhibits based on collections as well as current research at MIT.
MIT Museum
265 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
Tel.: 617-253-5927
URL: web.mit.edu/museum
Hours:
| Monday | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Sunday | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
