Visit the MHS

The MHS offers many resources for visitors to learn, connect, and inspire including exhibitions, events, tours, brown-bag lunches, seminars, workshops, and a research library. Our building is handicap accessible.

Though the MHS galleries remain closed to the public, we are happy to welcome visitors back for in-person programs. Please visit our calendar of events and learn more about our COVID-19 protocols.

The library is open Monday through Friday, from 10:00 AM to 4:45 PM. An advanced appointment is required for library visitors. Please visit our Appointment Request Form to select your preferred visit dates.

For directions to the MHS, click here.

Who We Are

Hours & Admission

Exhibition galleries: currently closed
Library: 10:00 AM - 4:45 PM Mon. - Fri.
Plan a visit to the MHS library.

Directions & Parking

The MHS is located at:
1154 Boylston Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02215
Tel: 617-536-1608
Fax: 617-859-0074
For a map link and parking options, see our directions page.

Calendar of Events

Please check our calendar for hours and closings due to holidays and other events.

About the MHS

Founded in 1791, the MHS tells the story of America through millions of rare and unique documents, artifacts, and irreplaceable national treasures.

More about the MHS

Library

Free and open to the public, the MHS library welcomes researchers of all ages and experience levels. The library does not lend materials, but anyone wishing to view the collections can register as a researcher through our online request system and use materials in our building.

Use the library

Exhibitions

Explore a variety of topics and collection items on display in our gallery spaces. The galleries are open Monday, and Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 AM to 4 PM and Tuesday, from 10 AM to 6:30 PM.

Current exhibition