The Capital Grille

Located in the Hynes Convention Center in the Back Bay, The Capital Grille steakhouse is Boston’s premier destination for fine dining and fine wine.

Mon-Thur: 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fri: 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sat: 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sun: 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Legal Sea Foods

Located on the upper level of Copley Place, with direct indoor access to both the Westin and Marriott hotels, as well as the Prudential Center. The restaurant’s panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows overlook Boston’s historic South End.

Mon-Thur: 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fri-Sat: 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sun: 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Yard House

Located on the second floor of the Boston Marriott Copley Place, Yard House is a popular restaurant and sports bar near Copley Square offering great food, classic rock, and an extensive selection of craft beers. It is the perfect Back Bay spot to watch the game.

Mon-Thur, Sun: 6:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Fri-Sat: 6:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Starbucks

Your own “go-to” Starbucks® is conveniently located on the second floor of the Boston Marriott Copley Place. Fuel up with your favorite coffee and light bites before a busy day around Boston.

Mon-Sat: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sun: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Post No. 10

Located inside the Courtyard Boston Downtown, Post No. 10 honors the building’s Theater District roots with a charming restaurant space. Stop by for a quick or hearty breakfast before starting your day.

Mon-Fri: 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.; 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sat-Sun: 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.; 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Forty Dalton Kitchen and Bar

Found inside the Hilton Boston Back Bay, Forty Dalton Kitchen and Bar is an ideal spot for a quick bite or relaxed meal. Chef Thomas O’Connor blends modern American comfort food with regional inspiration and international influences, along with fresh, healthy options.

Mon-Fri: 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Sat-Sun: 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Off the Common

Located in the lobby of the Hilton Boston Park Plaza, this restaurant and bar features high ceilings, historic carved-wood detailing, and contemporary furnishings. Enjoy everything from a breakfast buffet and craft cocktails to New England seafood classics, including lobster rolls, crab cakes, and clam chowder.

Breakfast Mon-Fri: 6:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Breakfast Sat-Sun: 7:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Lunch: 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Dinner: 4:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Starbucks

Enjoy your favorite beverage or snack at the Hilton Boston Park Plaza’s full coffeehouse, complete with complimentary WiFi.

Every day: 4:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Rebel’s Guild

Rebel’s Guild is a colonial-inspired restaurant and bar serving modern American cuisine with bold flavors, located inside the Revere Hotel Boston Common. The menu blends classic pub fare with handcrafted cocktails and a rebellious spirit inspired by Boston’s trailblazers.

Mon-Fri: 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Sat-Sun: 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; brunch from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Henderson at Sheraton Boston

Located inside the Sheraton Boston, Henderson offers inviting spaces for lingering conversations and purposeful gatherings, along with a locally inspired menu and refined bar experience. From classic breakfast favorites to handcrafted cocktails, every moment is elevated.

Every day: 6:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

&More by Sheraton

Inside Henderson at the Sheraton Boston, &More serves everything from morning pick-me-ups to evening bites. Enjoy custom coffees, pastries, snacks, handcrafted sandwiches, and fresh salads, available grab-and-go or tableside.

Every day: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Bar 10 Boston

Unwind at Bar 10, the Westin Copley Place’s cozy cocktail bar. Settle into a booth or high-top table and enjoy unique cocktails, local beers, and a full menu of modern American fare. The breakfast buffet is available on weekends only.

Mon-Thur: 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Fri: 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Sat: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Sun: 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Ingredients

Fuel up at Ingredients, the Westin’s grab-and-go café. Revive in the morning with hot breakfasts, flaky pastries, Starbucks coffee, or grab a salad and sandwich in the afternoon for a light lunch.

Every day: 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Fogo de Chão

Located inside the Westin Copley Place, this upscale Brazilian steakhouse features an extensive selection of fire-roasted meats carved tableside and a large Market Table. Dine in, carry out, or order delivery.

Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Dinner: 4:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Eataly – 0.1mi
(617) 807-7300, Italian, $$
Italian marketplace with sit-down dining at La Pizza & La Pasta and third-floor restaurant Terra, plus cafés, counters, and Italian favorites to go.

Earls Prudential – 0.1mi
(857) 957-0949, American, $$$
Upscale-casual restaurant serving globally inspired dishes, cocktails, weekend brunch, and rooftop dining inside the Prudential Center.

Rochambeau – 0.1mi
(617) 247-0400, French Bistro, $$$
Modern French brasserie serving brunch, classic French dishes, steak frites, cocktails, and wine across from Hynes.

A.T. O’Keeffe’s Irish Pub – 0.1mi
(617) 936-3927, Irish Pub, $$$$
Lively Back Bay Irish pub serving burgers, fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, beer, bourbon, and late-night pizza.

Boston Burger Company – Boylston St. – 0.1mi
(857) 233-4560, American, $$
Casual burger restaurant known for oversized specialty burgers, loaded fries, sandwiches, and elaborate frappes.

Blank Street Coffee Co. – 0.1mi
Coffee, $
Modern coffee counter serving espresso drinks, cold brew, matcha, tea, pastries, and quick grab-and-go items.

NAYA – 0.1mi
Mediterranean, $$
Fast-casual Middle Eastern restaurant serving customizable bowls, rolls, salads, grilled proteins, dips, and sides.

Dillon’s – 0.1mi
(617) 421-1818, Tavern / Pub, $$
Back Bay bar and restaurant serving burgers, sandwiches, salads, beer, cocktails, and lively patio dining.

wagamama – 0.1mi
(617) 778-2344, Fusion, $$
Casual Asian-inspired chain serving ramen, noodles, curries, rice bowls, bao, juices, and cocktails.

Porto – 0.2mi
(617) 536-1234, Italian-Mediterranean Fusion, $$
Coastal Italian restaurant serving handmade pasta, seafood, Mediterranean-inspired plates, seasonal cocktails, and wine.

Back Bay Social – 0.2mi
(617) 247-3200, American, $$$
Energetic neighborhood restaurant and bar serving American comfort food, cocktails, brunch, and late-night fare.

Sweeney’s on Boylston – 0.2mi
(617) 536-6295, Tavern / Pub, $$
Casual neighborhood pub serving burgers, sandwiches, wings, beer, cocktails, and televised sports.

Tree House Brewing Co. – 0.2mi
Tavern / Pub, $$
Popular Massachusetts brewery offering house-brewed beer and a rotating food program near the Prudential Center.

Eva – 0.3mi
(617) 546 5155, Mediterranean, $$$
Lively Newbury Street restaurant serving Mediterranean-inspired plates, seafood, cocktails, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

Santouka Back Bay – 0.3mi
(857) 310-5194, Japanese, $$
Casual Japanese ramen shop specializing in Hokkaido-style noodle soups, rice bowls, and small sides.

Thornton’s Boston – 0.3mi
(617) 267-6336, American, $$
Casual neighborhood restaurant offering breakfast, brunch, sandwiches, burgers, salads, and comfort-food favorites.

Atlantic Fish Company – 0.3mi
(617) 267-4000, Seafood, $$$
Classic Back Bay seafood restaurant serving fresh fish, shellfish, chowder, lobster, and an extensive wine list.

Shah’s Halal – 0.3mi
Mediterranean, $
Fast-casual halal restaurant serving rice platters, gyros, falafel, wraps, salads, and signature sauces.

Sprout Mediterranean Inspired Salads – 0.3mi
Salad, $$
Fast-casual spot offering Mediterranean-inspired salads, grain bowls, wraps, fresh toppings, and house-made dressings.

Caffè Bene – 0.3mi
(617) 236-7000, Café / Coffee, $
Korean-inspired coffeehouse serving espresso drinks, tea, pastries, waffles, sandwiches, and shaved-ice desserts.

First Watch – 0.3mi
Café, $$
Daytime café serving breakfast, brunch, salads, sandwiches, fresh juices, coffee, and seasonal specials.

Life Alive Organic Café – 0.3mi
(857) 239-8239, Café, $$
Plant-forward café serving grain bowls, salads, wraps, smoothies, juices, coffee, and vegetarian comfort food.

Cava – 0.3mi
Mediterranean, $$
Fast-casual Mediterranean chain offering customizable grain bowls, salads, pitas, dips, proteins, and fresh toppings.

Flour Bakery + Café – 0.3mi
(617) 267-4300, Bakery / Café, $$
Local bakery-café serving pastries, sticky buns, breakfast, sandwiches, salads, soups, coffee, and desserts.

Lobstah On A Roll – 0.4mi
(617) 431-2284, Seafood, $$$
Casual seafood shop known for generously filled lobster rolls, chowder, seafood sandwiches, and New England favorites.

Sonsie – 0.4mi
(617) 351-2500, American, $$$
Long-running Newbury Street restaurant serving globally inspired dishes, brick-oven pizza, brunch, cocktails, and late-night fare.

Little Whale Oyster Bar – 0.4mi
(857) 277-0800, Seafood, $$$
New England oyster bar and seafood restaurant serving raw-bar selections, lobster rolls, fish, wine, and cocktails.

Buttermilk & Bourbon – 0.4mi
(617) 266-1122, Southern, $$$
New Orleans-inspired restaurant serving Southern small plates, fried chicken, biscuits, cocktails, and weekend brunch.

Manhattan Bagel and Coffee – 0.4mi
(617) 236-1777, Bakery / Café, $
Casual café serving bagels, breakfast sandwiches, coffee, pastries, deli sandwiches, and quick lunch options.

Wen’s Yunnan Noodle & Ramen – 0.4mi
(617) 236-7800, Chinese, $$
Casual noodle restaurant specializing in Yunnan rice noodles, ramen, broths, dumplings, and small plates.

Abe & Louie’s – 0.4mi
(617) 536-6300, Steakhouse, $$$$
Classic Back Bay steakhouse serving prime steaks, seafood, cocktails, wine, and weekend brunch.

Parm – 0.4mi
(617) 751-1113, Italian, $$$
Casual Italian-American restaurant serving chicken parm, meatballs, pasta, salads, cocktails, and classic desserts.

Tatte Bakery & Café – 0.4mi
Bakery / Café, $$
Popular bakery-café serving pastries, breakfast, sandwiches, salads, Mediterranean-inspired plates, and specialty coffee.

Pressed Café – 0.4mi
Café, $$
Fast-casual café serving breakfast, panini, bowls, salads, smoothies, juices, coffee, and vegetarian options.

Saltie Girl – 0.5mi
(617) 267-0691, Seafood, $$$
Compact seafood spot serving oysters, tinned fish, lobster rolls, crudo, and creative cocktails.

Stephanie’s on Newbury – 0.5mi
(617) 236-0990, American, $$$
Newbury Street institution serving upscale American comfort food, salads, seafood, cocktails, and weekend brunch.

Krasi Boston – 0.5mi
(617) 536-0230, Mediterranean, $$$
Greek wine bar and restaurant serving shareable meze, regional dishes, an extensive Greek wine list, and weekend brunch.

The Upper Crust – 0.5mi
(617) 262-0090, Pizza, $$
Casual pizzeria serving thin-crust pies, slices, salads, and sandwiches for dine-in, takeout, or delivery.

The Bebop – 0.5mi
(857) 250-4641, Irish Pub, $$
Lively pub serving Irish and American fare, drinks, and live music throughout the week.

Don’t Tell Aunty – 0.5mi
Indian, $$$
Modern Indian restaurant and bar serving bold regional dishes, shareable plates, cocktails, and a lively atmosphere.

Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle – 0.5mi
Dessert, $
Dessert shop serving gelato, Belgian waffles, crêpes, milkshakes, coffee, and customizable sweet treats.

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers – 0.5mi
(857) 317-5260, Fast Food, $
Counter-service chain specializing in chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, Texas toast, coleslaw, and signature sauce.

GRECO – 0.5mi
(617) 572-3300, Mediterranean, $$
Fast-casual Greek restaurant serving gyros, souvlaki, bowls, salads, fries, and loukoumades.

Casa Romero – 0.5mi
(617) 536-4341, Mexican, $$$
Hidden Back Bay restaurant serving traditional Mexican dishes, enchiladas, mole, margaritas, and tequila.

Dirty Water Dough Co. Back Bay – 0.5mi
(617) 262-0090, Pizza, $$
Casual pizzeria serving creative pies and slices made with beer-infused dough, plus salads and sandwiches.

Central Perk Coffee Co. Boston – 0.5mi
(617) 530-1700, Café / Coffee, $$
Friends-inspired coffeehouse serving specialty coffee, breakfast, sandwiches, pastries, cocktails, and themed merchandise.

Finagle A Bagel – 0.5mi
(617) 266-2500, Bakery / Café, $
Local bagel shop serving freshly baked bagels, breakfast sandwiches, deli sandwiches, soups, salads, and coffee.

Thai Basil – 0.5mi
(617) 578-0089, Thai, $$
Casual Thai restaurant serving curries, noodle dishes, fried rice, stir-fries, soups, and vegetarian options.

The Corner Tavern – 0.5mi
(617) 262-5555, Tavern / Pub, $$
Cozy neighborhood tavern serving burgers, sandwiches, comfort food, craft beer, cocktails, and weekend brunch.

Saloniki Greek – 0.5mi
(617) 266-0001, Mediterranean, $$
Fast-casual Greek restaurant serving souvlaki, pitas, plates, salads, fries, and house-made sauces.

Pavement Coffeehouse – 0.5mi
Café / Coffee, $
Local coffeehouse serving espresso, tea, bagels, breakfast sandwiches, pastries, and light lunch items.

Uni – 0.5mi
(617) 536-7200, Japanese, $$$$
Contemporary Japanese restaurant serving sushi, sashimi, inventive small plates, sake, cocktails, and tasting menus.

Sorellina – 0.6mi
(617) 412-4600, Italian, $$$$
Elegant Italian restaurant featuring refined regional dishes, handmade pasta, seafood, steaks, and an extensive wine list.

Joe’s On Newbury – 0.6mi
(617) 536-4200, American, $$$
Casual American restaurant serving burgers, salads, seafood, cocktails, and brunch with Newbury Street patio seating.

Dig Inn Back Bay – 0.6mi
(617) 904-3711, Salad, $$
Fast-casual restaurant offering customizable bowls with seasonal vegetables, grains, proteins, and house-made sides.

Farmers Horse Coffee – 0.6mi
(617) 535-1000, Café / Coffee, $
Cozy café serving espresso drinks, drip coffee, pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and light lunch options.

PURO Ceviche Bar – 0.6mi
(617) 266-0707, Seafood, $$$
Latin American ceviche bar serving raw seafood preparations, tacos, small plates, cocktails, and wine.

Shake Shack Newbury Street – 0.6mi
(857) 233-4200, Fast Food, $$
Counter-service chain serving burgers, chicken sandwiches, fries, frozen custard, shakes, beer, and wine.

Luke’s Lobster Back Bay – 0.6mi
(857) 350-4626, Seafood, $$
Counter-service seafood shack serving lobster, crab, and shrimp rolls, chowder, bisque, and combo meals.

Yamato II – 0.6mi
(617) 536-5151, Japanese, $$
Casual Japanese restaurant offering all-you-can-eat sushi, sashimi, rolls, appetizers, and cooked dishes.

Thinking Cup – 0.6mi
(617) 247-3333, Café / Coffee, $$
European-style café serving specialty coffee, tea, pastries, breakfast, sandwiches, and desserts.

J.P. Licks Newbury Street – 0.6mi
(617) 425-5060, Dessert, $
Local ice cream shop serving house-made ice cream, frozen yogurt, dairy-free flavors, coffee, and baked treats.

Chick-fil-A Copley Square In-Line – 0.6mi
(617) 982-7990, Fast Food, $
Counter-service chain serving chicken sandwiches, nuggets, salads, waffle fries, breakfast, and milkshakes.

Newsfeed Café – 0.6mi
(617) 859-2282, Café, $
Boston Public Library café offering coffee, pastries, sandwiches, salads, soups, snacks, and grab-and-go meals.

Map Room Lounge – 0.6mi
(617) 859-2282, Café / Coffee, $$
Library lounge serving coffee, tea, pastries, light meals, beer, wine, and cocktails in an elegant setting.

The Capital Burger – 0.6mi
(617) 262-1333, American, $$$
Upscale burger restaurant serving specialty burgers, steaks, salads, cocktails, wine, and boozy shakes.

Amorino Gelato – 0.6mi
(617) 936-3222, Dessert, $$
Italian gelato shop serving flower-shaped gelato cones, sorbet, crêpes, waffles, macarons, and coffee.

Mizu Matcha – 0.6mi
Café / Coffee, $
Matcha café serving ceremonial matcha drinks, lattes, tea, soft serve, pastries, and Japanese-inspired sweets.

The Friendly Toast – 0.6mi
(617) 456-7849, Café, $$
Colorful all-day brunch restaurant serving creative breakfast plates, sandwiches, burgers, cocktails, and vegan options.

The Salty Pig – 0.7mi
(617) 536-6200, Italian, $$$
Italian gastropub specializing in charcuterie, cheese, stone-fired pizza, house-made pasta, beer, and wine.

Love Art Sushi Fenway – 0.7mi
(617) 982-6953, Japanese, $$
Fast-casual sushi shop serving customizable poke-style sushi bowls, maki, snacks, and colorful toppings.

The Westland – 0.7mi
(617) 450-9263, Gastropub, $$$
Fenway gastropub serving elevated pub fare, craft beer, cocktails, brunch, and late-night bites.

Lucy Ethiopian Café – 0.7mi
(617) 536-0415, Ethiopian, $$
Casual Ethiopian café serving traditional stews, vegetables, injera platters, coffee, and vegetarian options.

The Parish Café – 0.7mi
(617) 247-4777, Sandwiches, $$
Back Bay café and bar known for chef-designed sandwiches, salads, soups, cocktails, and a relaxed patio.

Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar – 0.7mi
(617) 369-5609, Mexican, $$$
Moody Mexican restaurant and tequila bar serving tacos, small plates, cocktails, margaritas, and late-night dining.

Grill 23 & Bar – 0.8mi
(617) 542-2255, Steakhouse, $$$
Classic Back Bay steakhouse offering premium steaks, seafood, an extensive wine program, and polished fine dining.

Calisto’s Deli – 0.8mi
Deli, $
Neighborhood deli serving breakfast sandwiches, subs, wraps, salads, snacks, and quick grab-and-go meals.

Five Guys – 0.8mi
(617) 867-6155, Fast Food, $
Counter-service chain serving customizable burgers, hot dogs, fries, and milkshakes.

El Jefe’s Taquería – Kenmore Square – 0.8mi
(617) 247-1400, Mexican, $
Fast-casual taqueria serving burritos, tacos, bowls, quesadillas, nachos, and late-night meals.

The Banks Seafood & Steak – 0.8mi
(617) 399-0015, Seafood, $$$$
Upscale restaurant serving seafood, steaks, raw-bar selections, cocktails, and an extensive wine list.

Hue Boston – 0.8mi
(617) 267-0000, American, $$$
Stylish restaurant and nightlife venue serving globally influenced American dishes, cocktails, brunch, and live entertainment.

OAK Long Bar + Kitchen – 0.8mi
(617) 585-7222, American, $$$
Elegant hotel restaurant and bar serving seasonal American fare, cocktails, wine, afternoon tea, and weekend brunch.

Tasty Burger – 0.8mi
(617) 425-4444, Fast Food, $
Local counter-service burger joint serving burgers, hot dogs, fries, shakes, beer, and late-night meals.

FiRE+iCE Interactive Grill & Bar – 0.8mi
(617) 482-3473, Fusion, $$$
Interactive grill restaurant where guests build custom bowls from globally inspired ingredients and sauces.

Contessa – 0.8mi
(617) 741-3404, Italian, $$$$
Rooftop Italian restaurant serving glamorous Northern Italian-inspired dishes, cocktails, wine, and Back Bay views.

STK Steakhouse Boston – 0.8mi
(617) 250-4280, Steakhouse, $$$$
High-energy modern steakhouse serving premium steaks, seafood, cocktails, wine, and DJ-driven nightlife.

Mela Indian Restaurant – 0.9mi
(617) 859-4805, Indian, $$
South End Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori specialties, biryani, vegetarian dishes, and a lunch buffet.

Black Lamb – 0.9mi
(617) 982-6330, American, $$$
Modern neighborhood restaurant serving seasonal American fare, oysters, cocktails, and weekend brunch.

Five Horses Tavern – 0.9mi
(617) 936-3930, Tavern / Pub, $$$
South End tavern serving American comfort food, craft beer, cocktails, pizza, and weekend brunch.

Nicole’s South End – 0.9mi
(617) 536-1161, Pizza, $$
Casual South End pizzeria and café serving pizza, sandwiches, salads, breakfast items, and takeout.

ilona – 0.9mi
(617) 535-7532, Mediterranean, $$$
South End restaurant serving Eastern Mediterranean and Balkan-inspired shareable plates, cocktails, and wine.

Clerys – 0.9mi
(617) 262-9874, Irish Pub, $$
Lively neighborhood pub serving American and Irish comfort food, beer, cocktails, brunch, and late-night entertainment.

1776: Declaring Independence
Explore how the Declaration of Independence developed from a revolutionary idea into a founding document. The exhibition features letters, diaries, early printings, a rare Dunlap broadside, and handwritten copies by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.

On view March 6 to December 19, 2026.

America at 250 at the MFA
The Museum of Fine Arts is reimagining its 18th-century Art of the Americas galleries for the nation’s 250th anniversary. The new display brings together Native, North American, Latin American, and Caribbean art to examine ideas of nationhood, identity, and resistance.

Open during regular museum hours; free guided tours daily at 1:00 p.m.

Black Voices of the Revolution: Liberty, Emancipation, and the Struggle for Independence
This interactive exhibition explores the American Revolution through Black and female perspectives often left out of traditional histories. Visitors can engage with AI-driven holographic figures and primary sources representing Massachusetts’s African American community from the 1620s through 1800.

On view through December 31, 2026, during regular museum hours.

Boston 250 Pass
Celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary with discounted admission to five of Boston’s most popular historic landmarks. The pass offers a convenient way to explore several sites connected to the American Revolution.

Available throughout 2026.

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
Step into rebellious 1773 Boston through live reenactments, interactive exhibits, historic ships, and the chance to throw tea into the harbor. The experience begins in the Meeting House with Samuel Adams and the colonial debate that led to the Boston Tea Party.

Open year-round with timed tours offered daily.

Boston: Votes for Women History Tour of Back Bay
Explore Boston’s Back Bay while learning about the fight for women’s suffrage, sometimes called America’s “Third Revolution.” The guided walking tour highlights the people, places, and movements that helped shape voting rights in the United States.

Select dates year-round.

Commonwealth Museum, Massachusetts Experiment in Democracy: 1620-Today
This free museum exhibition traces Massachusetts history from the colonial era through the Revolution, the early republic, and 19th-century reform movements. Highlights include the Massachusetts Constitution and stories of Native American, English, African American, and Irish families.

Open Mon-Fri from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; closed weekends and holidays.

Declarations Trail
Follow a multi-site trail featuring more than a dozen rare copies and early printings of the Declaration of Independence. Participating locations include the Boston Public Library, Massachusetts Historical Society, Harvard University, and Boston Athenaeum.

Available throughout 2026; primary exhibitions run through December 19.

Declarations: Printing a New Nation
See how the Declaration of Independence spread through the colonies as breaking news during the summer of 1776. The exhibition features newspapers, broadsides, and early printings produced before the official handwritten Declaration had even been fully signed.

On view through September 13, 2026.

Imagined Nation: America at 250
Explore how artists, writers, and printers have imagined the United States from its founding to the present. Rotating displays include early printings of the Declaration of Independence, George Washington’s library, maps, paintings, sculpture, and wartime posters. Part of the 2026 Declarations Trail.

On view through November 14, 2026.

Legends of Folk, Americana, Roots
Discover the stories of influential folk, Americana, and roots musicians through the instruments they played, the songs they wrote, and the movements they helped shape. The refreshed exhibition celebrates the 2025 Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame inductees.

Currently on view.

Massachusetts State House Art Collection 
Explore one of the country’s oldest public art collections inside the Massachusetts State House. More than 300 works commemorate historic events and honor political, military, and civic figures who helped shape Massachusetts and the nation.

Open Mon-Fri from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Meet Boston | America’s 250th in Boston
Use Meet Boston’s citywide guide to find exhibitions, reenactments, festivals, tours, and special events commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary. The page gathers America 250 activities taking place throughout Boston and Massachusetts in 2026.

Online guide available throughout 2026.

Myth and Memory: Stories of the American Revolution Exhibition
This Historic New England exhibition examines the Revolution through the experiences of rebels and loyalists, enslaved and free people, families, and local communities. Objects and archival materials explore themes of resistance, loyalty, liberty, memory, and how the Revolution has been remembered over time.

On view through November 15, 2026.

Patriots of Color: Stories of Courage, Resistance, and Legacy
Use Meet Boston’s citywide guide to find exhibitions, reenactments, festivals, tours, and special events commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary. The page gathers America 250 activities taking place throughout Boston and Massachusetts in 2026.

On view through December 31, 2026. Open Tue-Sat from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Pop Quiz: 1776
Test your knowledge of everyday life at Harvard in 1776 through a scavenger-hunt-style experience across four museums. Visitors search for objects and clues at the Harvard Museum of Natural History, Peabody Museum, Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East, and Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments.

Available daily during regular museum hours.

Ruckus!
Step inside the Old South Meeting House for an immersive show about the debates, protests, and public defiance that helped ignite the American Revolution. Sound, lighting, and projected animation surround visitors with the voices of revolutionaries and ordinary citizens.

Daily at 15 minutes past each hour, beginning at 10:15 a.m.; open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement
Explore the events of 1775 and 1776 that transformed protest in Massachusetts into a movement for independence. Located at the Old State House, the exhibition features letters, diaries, artifacts, and a rare Boston broadside printing of the Declaration of Independence.

On view through January 3, 2027. Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in September.

Tour 250
Use this interactive digital map to explore Boston’s revolutionary history and its modern legacy. Developed by the City of Boston and Bloomberg Connects, the guide helps visitors build a self-guided journey through the city’s past and present.

Interactive, self-guided digital map available year-round.