MassArt Art Museum (MAAM) is a free contemporary art museum at 621 Huntington Ave, on the Massachusetts College of Art and Design campus in Boston. Its two galleries show temporary exhibitions across different media, with no permanent collection, so the art changes from one visit to the next. The museum opened in 2020 in a campus building dating to 1906. Families can also explore an interactive children’s corner on the first floor. It is a compact stop for contemporary art, close to other art institutions on Huntington Avenue.
A museum without a permanent collection
MassArt Art Museum is operated by the Massachusetts College of Art and Design as a teaching museum. It presents temporary exhibitions rather than works from a permanent collection. That means each display brings new work into the galleries, spanning different artists and media.
The museum opened in 2020 after the college renovated its Bakalar & Paine Galleries. The space occupies part of a campus building originally built in 1906. Its two gallery spaces are moderately sized, giving the museum room for exhibitions that range from individual works to larger installations.
What you may see inside
Exhibitions change over time, so check what is on view before planning around a particular artist or artwork. Past shows have included installations, painting, video, textiles and objects connected to the history of reproduction and motherhood. The subjects and materials can vary widely from one exhibition to another.
The museum’s exhibitions include work by artists at different stages of their careers, alongside work connected to the college. Its role as a teaching museum also links the galleries to MassArt’s work with the next generation of artists.
Planning a visit
Find MAAM at 621 Huntington Ave on the MassArt campus. Admission is free, and advance tickets are recommended. The museum has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, elevator and restroom.
Families can spend time in the interactive children’s corner on the first floor. Gallery numbers and maps can help you navigate the exhibition spaces. On Thursdays, the museum stays open into the evening, later than on its other open days.
Perguntas frequentes
Is MassArt Art Museum free?
Yes. Admission is free, and advance ticket booking is recommended.
How many galleries does MAAM have?
The museum has two gallery spaces for temporary exhibitions.
Does MassArt Art Museum have a permanent collection?
No. MAAM is a non-collecting museum, so its exhibitions change over time.
Is MassArt Art Museum suitable for children?
Yes. There is an interactive children’s corner on the first floor.
