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Visit
Info about admission and hours, parking and transportation, dining and shopping, group visits, accessibility, and more.
Hours
Tue 10 AM–5 PM
Wed 10 AM–5 PM
Thu 10 AM–9 PM
Fri 10 AM–9 PM*
Sat 10 AM–5 PM
Sun 10 AM–5 PM
Closed Mondays
* First Friday of every month 10 AM–5 PM
Holidays
Open
We are open on the following national holidays when admission is FREE for all: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Columbus Day.
Closed
The ICA is closed on Patriot’s Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
The ICA is supported by a grant from the Barr Foundation and by the Mass Cultural Council, which receives support from the State of Massachusetts and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Admission
ICA members: Free
Youth 17 and under: Free
General Admission: $15
Seniors (60+): $13
Students: $10
Students, faculty, and staff of ICA university members: Free
Free Thursday Nights
Admission is FREE for all every Thursday from 5 to 9 PM during ICA Free Thursday Nights.
First Fridays
The first Friday of every month, the ICA is open to First Fridays ticket-holders only from 5 to 9 PM. Admission to First Fridays is free for members/$20 in advance/$25 at the door and includes gallery access. This event is 21+.
Last Saturdays
The last Saturday of the month (except December), admission is FREE for up to two adults accompanied by children 12 and under during Play Dates.
Play Dates are sponsored by Vivien and Alan Hassenfeld and the Hassenfeld Family Foundation.
Additional discounted rates
American Federation of Teachers: $8
Blue Star Families: FREE Armed Forces Day to Labor Day
EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer): FREE for one person – please note children 17 and under are always FREE
MTA (Massachusetts Teachers Association): $8
Recipients of federal disability assistance (SSDI, SSI, VA benefits, etc), plus one personal care attendant per visitor: FREE
Discount passes also available at select area libraries
Discounts apply to general admission and listed events only, not ticketed performances or events. Special offers may not include ferry service to the ICA Watershed.
Directions
25 Harbor Shore Drive
Boston, MA 02210
617-478-3100
Located on Boston Harbor in the city’s dynamic Seaport district, the ICA is within walking distance from downtown Boston and is easily accessible by public transportation, car, bike, or water taxi. Parking options have recently changed; see below for a range of options. Please be aware that parking availability is limited, especially on weekdays. We encourage visitors to use public transportation whenever possible.
By public transportation
Take the MBTA Red Line to South Station and transfer to the Silver Line Waterfront. The ICA is a short walk from either the World Trade Center or the Courthouse station.
From World Trade Center Station
Exit left onto Congress Street. Walk one block to the corner of B Street and turn right, crossing Congress Street. Follow B Street for one block. At the corner of B Street and Seaport Boulevard cross the street and turn left. At the next corner, turn right onto Northern Avenue. Make your first right on Harbor Shore Drive, which leads directly to the ICA.
From Courthouse Station
Exit the station onto Seaport Boulevard and follow it, walking away from downtown. Just before the first traffic light, you will see a gray building called District Hall. Turn left at District Hall and follow the sidewalk leading to Northern Avenue. Cross Northern Avenue where it intersects with One Marina Park Drive and follow the pedestrian path leading to the harbor. The ICA is located to your right.
By car
The directions below take you to the ICA. Please note that the ICA does not have parking; parking options are listed below.
From Logan International Airport + Route 1A South
Follow the signs toward I-90 West / Ted Williams Tunnel. Take the Ted Williams Tunnel to Exit 25, “South Boston.” At the top of the ramp, continue straight, crossing Congress Street, and take a left onto Northern Avenue at the next light. At the first light, take a right to stay on Northern Avenue. Make the first right onto Harbor Shore Drive to reach the ICA.
From the West, via Massachusetts Turnpike
Follow the Massachusetts Turnpike / I-90 East to Exit 25, “South Boston.” Once you are in the Exit 25 tunnel, stay left and follow sign for “Seaport Boulevard.” At the top of the ramp, continue straight, crossing Congress Street and then Seaport Boulevard onto Northern Avenue. Make the first right onto Harbor Shore Drive to reach the ICA.
From Points South, via I-93
Heading northbound on I-93 toward Boston, take Exit 20. Follow signs to I-90 East. Take the first tunnel exit to “South Boston.” At the top of the ramp, continue straight, crossing Congress Street and then Seaport Boulevard, onto Northern Avenue. Make the first right onto Harbor Shore Drive to reach the ICA.
From Points North, via I-93
Heading southbound on I-93 toward Boston, take Exit 23 for Purchase Street. Stay in the left lane, taking the first left at the end of the ramp onto Seaport Boulevard, crossing Atlantic Avenue. At the next light, take a left onto Sleeper Street and then a right onto Northern Avenue. Make the first right onto Harbor Shore Drive to reach the ICA.
By water
Rowes Wharf Water Transport
Visitors can take the Rowes Wharf Water Transport ferry from one of its numerous stops to the Seaport World Trade Center, just minutes from the ICA. Rowes Wharf Water Transport provides year-round passenger water transportation throughout Boston Harbor. For reservations, call 617-406-8584. For more information, please visit roweswharfwatertransport.com.
By bike
Bring your own or use one of the two Hubway docking stations by the museum.
Parking
Like many Boston cultural institutions, the ICA does not own or operate a parking garage.
There are multiple paid parking options near the ICA (see below), but please note, parking can be challenging due to the construction taking place in our developing neighborhood. We strongly recommend that visitors consider taking public transportation; the museum is a short distance from the Courthouse stop on the MBTA Silver Line. Taking a car service may also be a more convenient and cost-efficient option, in particular for visitors with accessibility concerns.
Parking Areas
Area Parking Lots
All local rates and availability are subject to change without notice.
NEW parking option right behind the ICA:
100 Northern Avenue
Boston, MA 02210
Evenings after 5 pm Mon-Fri, up to 10 hours – $17
Weekends, up to 10 hours – $17
ICA visitors receive $2 off parking on weekends and weekdays after 5
Weekdays before 5:
Up to ½ hour – $15
½ to 1 hour – $30
1 to 10 hours – $36
10 to 24 hours – $38
Pilgrim Parking – Fan Pier Garage
One Marina Park Drive
Boston, MA 02210
ICA visitors receive an additional $2 off parking on weekends (10 hour limit) and after 5 pm on weekdays with ticket validation at the Holly and David Bruce Visitor Center at the ICA.
LAZ Parking – 25 Northern Avenue
25 Northern Avenue*
Boston, MA 02210
*For GPS, use 233 Northern Avenue as destination address.
LAZ Parking – 391 Congress Street
391 Congress St.
Boston, MA 02110
Further Parking Options
There are also numerous free apps available to download on your smartphone that assist users in finding available parking, including BestParking and Parker.
Shopping + Dining
ICA Store
With a distinctive selection of contemporary design objects, jewelry, art books, and children’s toys, the ICA Store is a one-of-a-kind Boston destination. ICA Members receive 10% off every purchase. All purchases support ICA exhibitions, performances, and educational programs. Open during museum hours; admission is not required.
Food + drink
Coffee, sandwiches, salads, snacks and beverages including frozé, wine, and Lord Hobo Brewing Company beer are available at the 2019 summer pop-up SunBar; enjoy this picnic-inspired fare outdoors with a view of Boston Harbor. The ICA is also located within walking distance of many restaurants, coffee shops, and more. Explore the options to learn what else the neighborhood has to offer. A printed map of nearby dining options is also available at the Holly and David Bruce Visitor Center.
Group visits
Free tours
Drop in for a FREE guided tours to get a closer look at our current exhibitions and iconic architecture every Thursday evening during ICA FREE Thursdays and on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. See current tour offerings in the Calendar.
Pop up talks
Every Friday night from 6:30 to 8:30 PM! Get a different perspective on contemporary art from individuals that study the ICA’s exhibitions every day—the Visitor Assistants (VAs). Pop-Up Talks—15-minute conversations in front of works of art—are led by a team of VAs identifiable on the gallery floor by their Ask Me buttons. Have a question about free drop-in tours? Contact us.
Looking to schedule a group tour? Learn more about group visits and tours .
Accessibility + Visitor Policies
Accessibility
The ICA welcomes and endeavors to provide a positive, engaging, and inclusive experience for all visitors.
Learn more about our accessibility initiatives
Visitor Policies
Look, but please don’t touch
We encourage all visitors to engage with the artwork in a safe and respectful manner. Please do not touch works of art on display and be mindful of safety barriers in place for certain artworks.
Check your belongings
The ICA requires visitors to check bulky items, including: backpacks of any size, shopping bags, suitcases, umbrellas, skateboards, helmets, musical instruments, yoga mats, and other items 11 x 14 inches (28 x 35.5 cm) or larger. The museum reserves the right to refuse other items and is not responsible for items held by the checkroom. Additional items that are not permitted in the galleries include poster tubes, flowers, and balloons. Because space is limited, we respectfully request that visitors travel light! In the event that the checkroom fills up with bags and packages, some visitors may be asked to keep their coats.
Photography
We welcome visitors to take still photographs for their own use, of the ICA building and select works on view in the galleries. Video/audio recording, flash photography, tripods, and selfie sticks are not permitted. We appreciate your considering other museum visitors by taking photographs in an unobtrusive manner. Photographs may not be reproduced, distributed, or sold without permission from the ICA.
Please note: There are select works of art and exhibitions for which photography of any kind is prohibited.
Food + drink
Food and drink are permitted in designated areas only (ICA Common Room and State Street Corporation Lobby). Food and drink may not be carried into the 4th floor galleries or the Barbara Lee Family Foundation Theater. Bottle-feeding and breastfeeding are allowed in all spaces.
Writing/drawing
Small sketchbooks and notepads are welcome in the galleries. For artwork safety, pens, markers, colored pencils, and other art supplies are not permitted. Pencils are available at the Holly and David Bruce Visitor Center and in the 4th floor elevator lobby, or ask any gallery staff member.
Clothing/footwear
Visitors are required to wear a shirt and shoes at all times while in the building.
Smoking
Smoking and e-cigarettes are not permitted anywhere in the building.
Please note
The ICA reserves the right to remove any person acting in an unacceptable or inappropriate manner.
Please help us maintain a respectful and safe environment for all museum visitors and ICA staff. We encourage visitors to engage in conversations about the artwork on view, but ask that visitors refrain from taking cell phone calls in the galleries or engaging in disruptive or inappropriate behavior.