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MIT Museum

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4.4(3499 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 AM Wed
MIT Museum

About

Exhibits on science & technology. Highlights of MIT's science & technology exhibits include kinetic sculptures, robots & holograms.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at MIT Museum:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    Gambrill Center, 314 Main St, Cambridge, MA 02142
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    Phone
    (617) 253-5927
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    Hours
    Monday:10 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:10 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:10 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:10 AM–5 PM
    Friday:10 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:10 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:10 AM–5 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Assistive hearing loop: Has assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Wi-Fi: Has Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

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