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Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston

ArchitectureArtPhotographyClosed todayFrom $20Courthouse (MBTA Silver Line)

Fondé en 1936 sous le nom de Boston Museum of Modern Art, l'ICA compte parmi les plus anciennes institutions d'art contemporain des États-Unis et a pris ses nouveaux quartiers sur le front de mer de Seaport en 2006. Diller Scofidio + Renfro a imaginé cet édifice de 6 000 m² comme un ruban plié : le Boston Harborwalk s'élève pour former les gradins publics du Jill Medvedow Grandstand, avant de se prolonger à l'intérieur sous la forme du plancher et du plafond du théâtre, tandis que la « boîte de galeries » du dernier étage s'avance en porte-à-faux jusqu'au bord de l'eau, portée par quatre massives poutres en treillis. Nichée sous ce spectaculaire surplomb, la Poss Family Mediatheque descend en gradins vers le port. L'institution ne présente pas de collection permanente : ses espaces vivent au rythme d'expositions temporaires et de nouvelles commandes. L'ICA gère également le Watershed, une annexe saisonnière gratuite aménagée dans d'anciens chantiers navals d'East Boston, accessible en ferry depuis le musée.

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25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston, MA 02210, United States

Nearest station: Courthouse (MBTA Silver Line), World Trade Center (MBTA Silver Line), South Station (MBTA Red Line / commuter rail)

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Admission

From $20

Seniors 65+ $17; students $15; ages 18 and under and ICA members free. Free for all every Thursday 5-9 PM (advance tickets required) and on selected national holidays. The ICA Watershed in East Boston is free.

Nearby

Boston Children's Museum

Children7 min walk

Old State House

Architecture16 min walk

Paul Revere House

Architecture18 min walk

Boston Athenæum

Art20 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston cost?
Standard adult admission to Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston is $20. Seniors 65+ $17; students $15; ages 18 and under and ICA members free. Free for all every Thursday 5-9 PM (advance tickets required) and on selected national holidays. The ICA Watershed in East Boston is free.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston?
Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston is open Tue-Wed 10:00-17:00, Thu-Fri 10:00-21:00 (late opening), Sat-Sun 10:00-17:00. Closed Mondays. Closes at 17:00 on the first Friday of each month for the ticketed 21+ First Fridays event. Closed Patriots' Day, 4 July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston?
Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston is located at 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston, MA 02210, United States, in the Seaport area of Boston. The nearest stations are Courthouse (MBTA Silver Line), World Trade Center (MBTA Silver Line), South Station (MBTA Red Line / commuter rail).
What can I see at Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston?
Véritable ruban ondulant de verre et de bois sur les quais de Seaport, ce bâtiment déploie ses galeries supérieures en porte-à-faux au-dessus de Boston Harbor. Current highlights include Caroline Monnet: Man-made Land, À mon meilleur ami (To My Best Friend), Cynthia Daignault: Valley.
Do I need to book Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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