Arts Organizations & Spaces
Find inspiration and deepen your knowledge by exploring the arts in and around Boston.
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Student Life
Life in Boston
Experience a Hub of Culture, Creativity, and Community
MassArt sits at the heart of Boston’s vibrant Avenue of the Arts, placing our campus within steps of world-class museums, cultural institutions, parks, and performance venues. Our urban campus blends creative energy with an active community atmosphere — studios, galleries, residence halls, and student spaces all woven into a lively neighborhood that inspires making, learning, and connection.
Start your day in one of our light-filled studios or public galleries, grab lunch at a local café, then walk to the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, or historic Fenway Park — all just minutes from campus.
Performance Venues
Check out live entertainment from local and world-renowned performers at Boston’s many theaters, music halls, clubs, and other venues.
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Boston Sports & Recreation
Check out Boston’s incredible professional and college-level sports scenes.
Learn MoreExperience Boston’s Rich History and Scholarship
As one of the nation’s oldest cities, Boston is also famous for its rich history. Explore the region’s past by visiting some of Boston’s many historical attractions, including parks, architectural landmarks, and much more. The Boston area is also home to dozens of colleges and universities, making it an amazing place for intellectual exploration and growth.
Boston Historical Attractions
Enjoy Nature In the Heart of the City
Boston’s beautiful green spaces offer endless opportunities to recharge and relax in nature. Walk, jog, or even go boating along sections of the Emerald Necklace or the Charles River Esplanade, explore one of the city’s many urban parks, or hop the Commuter Rail for a day at the beach. When you immerse yourself in life in Boston, you’ll find endless avenues for rejuvenation, discovery, and fun.
Explore the Emerald NecklaceLocal Sites & Landmarks
- Boston Common (opens in new tab)
- Boston Harbor (opens in new tab)
- Boston Public Library (opens in new tab)
- Boston Tea Party Museum (opens in new tab)
- Fenway Park (opens in new tab)
- Franklin Park Zoo (opens in new tab)
- Freedom Trail (opens in new tab)
- Newbury Street (opens in new tab)
- New England Aquarium (opens in new tab)
- USS Constitution (opens in new tab)
- John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum and Library (opens in new tab)
Colleges of the Fenway and ProArts
Our partnerships with colleges and universities across Greater Boston provide MassArt students with rich academic, recreational, and artistic opportunities.
