Boston Family Days
Photo courtesy of the Boston Mayor’s Office—Jeremiah Robinson.
Photo courtesy of the Boston Mayor’s Office—Jeremiah Robinson.
Thanks to a partnership between the MFA and the City of Boston, Boston Family Days provide students who live in Boston and their families free access to the Museum on the first and second Sundays of each month. Learn more about how to participate, including how to register for the program.
The MFA offers a variety of special gallery activities on Boston Family Days. Check below for the full schedules by date. We look forward to welcoming you to the Museum!
Programs
Drop-In Art Making
Art supplies are provided for these free art-making activities inspired by works in the collection.
Story Hour
Drop by for an interactive children’s story program.
Discovery Guides
Explore the MFA with in-gallery guides that are fun for all ages! Search for imagery, learn about the art, and get creative with drawing and writing prompts. Each activity focuses on a specific theme, linking objects across many time periods and cultures. Pick them up at Sharf Visitor Center on your next visit!
Upcoming Events
| Title | Type | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Drop-In Art Making | Gallery Activities and Tours | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Story Hour | Gallery Activities and Tours | 11:00 am–12:00 pm |
| Story Hour | Gallery Activities and Tours | 1:00 pm–2:00 pm |
| Title | Type | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Drop-In Art Making | Gallery Activities and Tours | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Title | Type | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Diwali | Special Event | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Title | Type | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Hanukkah | Special Event | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |