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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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President Kennedy exhibits, videos & research collections in a striking I.M. Pei–designed building.via Google
Housed in a striking I.M. Pei-designed building on the waterfront, this museum chronicles the life, leadership, and legacy of the 35th president.
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- Price band €€. Located slightly outside the center; take the Red Line to JFK/UMass. Allow 3 hours.
Reviews from Google
Even if you aren't a massive history buff, this place is worth visiting just for the architecture and the location right on Columbia Point. The pavilion overlooking the water is spectacular and a great place to sit and reflect after walking through the exhibits. The museum itself is very well organized, with plenty of immersive videos, photographs, and artifacts (including pieces on Jackie Kennedy and the Space Race). Very clean, plenty of parking, and a wonderful way to spend an afternoon in Boston.
Wonderful tour of the life of JFK and his accomplishments. Jackie O's life and contributions while first Lady were also highlighted. It was very emotional watching the actual news footage breaks announcing the assassination.
Awesome museum. JFK’s presidency only lasted all but 2 years yet his legacy has left a permanent impact that’s worth remembering for decades to come. I enjoyed browsing through this massive museum and found the collection gathered from his presidency to be both plentiful and in good condition. The mini documentary they showed in the movie theater room about JFK’s life and his actions during the Cuban Missile Crisis was also a neat thing to experience as well. Also I love loved the presidential pets exhibit they displayed towards the exit. I thought it was a good touch to diffuse all the heaviness that went behind JFK’s short career as president and his tragic demise.
Visiting the JFK Presidential Library and Museum was honestly such a powerful experience. The building itself is stunning — super modern with huge glass windows looking out to the harbor. The exhibits are really well curated and walk you through JFK’s life, presidency, and the major moments of the 1960s. Even if you’re not a huge history person, the storytelling and videos make it really engaging. What stood out most was how inspiring the whole place feels. You get to see personal letters, campaign moments, and behind-the-scenes stories that make history feel very human. Definitely worth the visit if you’re in Boston and want something meaningful but still visually beautiful. A thoughtful and memorable museum. 🇺🇸
Great experience, beautiful location. JFK was such an admirable president prior but after learning the details I'm so much more of a fan. Great exhibits that capture the era of the 50's and 60's. Loved the story of the coconut, hadn't heard it before and no wonder in some ways he probably thought of his life as a gift. Makes me want to rewatch the old PT109 movie that I saw many times growing up. Beautiful location that is accessible via MBTA with free easy to use shuttle. Nice staff. Cafe is a joke so plan to eat somewhere else. Nice site to get "out of the city" to mix up the sightseeing. Reasonable entry fee.