Museum of Fine Arts: Free Wednesday Evenings

The Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) has a wonderful collection of art and is truly a Boston gem. Last year, the MFA opened a new Art of the Americas wing which highlights early American art up through modern American art. The MFA will also be opening a new contemporary wing in a couple of months.

I have vistited many of the great art museums of Europe and several in America. The MFA is still one of my favorites. It is just the right size and has a variety of art. They also have had some wonderful special exhibits. The Chihuly exhibit (April 10, 2011- August 8, 2011) was amazing! The pictures do not do it justice.

While it is worth it to pay full price for a ticket if you are visiting Boston, it is great if you can get in for free. Every Wednesday night from 4pm-9:45pm. This is not enough time to see the whole museum so you are better off coming during the day and getting a regular ticket if you are just visiting Boston. However, if you live in the area, you can over the course of several visits see the whole musuem if you come to the free evenings a couple times. The museum is a place to go during the winter because it has several large areas with natural lighting. I have friends who bring homework or grading to the museum just for a quiet and bright atmosphere.

The museum also has free days and Bank of America sponsors a free day a month for account holders and most student IDs will get you in free or discounted so check into that before planning a trip.