These 6 Museums Are Free For Boston Students And Families

I feel so fortunate that my parents introduced me to art and museums at a young age. Of course, at the time I didn't appreciate it. But I certainly do now. Art, history and learning are crucial to a young person's development. The Boston Globe reports that beginning in February 2024, ALL Boston Public School students and their families can visit participating museums and exhibitions in the city. Check out these 6 museums that are  free for Boston students and their families, starting in February.

This is groundbreaking. And much needed, not only for the families, but for the future of the museums. Get kids interested early, and they'll keep coming back. Below you will see the places offering free admission for BPS kids, with links. And there are discounts at some, for everyone!

The good news was delivered last week when Mayor Wu gave her State of the City speech. She shared a story of how her mom struggled when the kids were young, financially and with the English language. She wanted to give her kids the experience of our wonderful museums.

Starting in February, Boston Public School students and up to 3 family members will have have access to FREE admission to the following places:

All of these beloved Boston treasures already have discounted tickets, and often FREE passes for college students and corporate groups, according to The Globe story. You might also know that Boston Public School students and anyone 18 and under gets in free at The Institute of Contemporary Art. Free admission is offered every Thursday from 5-9pm for everyone. Plus, if you are with kids 12 and under, 2 adults per family can get in free on the last Saturday of each month.

Over at the Boston Children's Museum, they have $11 half-price tickets for anyone carrying a library card. But some of these places carry a price tag that's tough for some families to meet. Did you know it now costs adults $34 and kids $25 to get into the New England Aquarium? ($32 for college students and seniors). Starting in February it will be free on the 1st and 2nd Sundays every month, for every Boston Public School student and up to 3 family members. That's a win!

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Is that Christmas tree made of Legos? We will just have to find out as Boston welcomes Lego! When you see a headline like that, kids of ALL ages stand at attention.

It's true. The LEGO® Discovery Center Boston’s family favorite Holiday Bricktacular event is here!

It is literally a kids dream WORLD of everything Legos! As a parent of small children, (years ago) having the Lego events were a lifesaver for parents with small children. At home, when we wore out every Barney VHS tape, we'd look for weekend events to entertain our kids for a few hours on a Saturday, tire them out, and then start again on Sunday.

The Lego brand has since expanded to movies and nationwide events that come to each city, and parents are grateful.

It's running right now in Somerville featuring a variety of activities for kids of all ages including:

-A life-sized Santa’s Sleigh made completely out of LEGO® bricks! Take a picture!

-A Merry MINIWORLD: LEGO® Discovery Center’s MINIWORLD transforms into a winter wonderland where you can try to spot all your favorite Boston scenes!

-Take a photo with a LEGO Gingerbread Man every day in December!

-You can build an ornament out of LEGO® DOTS™ to hang on thier attraction Christmas Tree!

-Attend a holiday themed workshop class with a Master Model Builder! (Can I get that job?)

-You can hunt for the 12 missing LEGO elves in MINIWORLD®!

Add to all of that, you'll be stunned when you witness a breathtaking MINIWORLD featuring a LEGO replica of Boston, Massachusetts, transformed into a winter wonderland.

As you will see below, the have a Lego replica of the TD Garden, State House and more!

For more information, times and more, click here. 

As Boston welcomes Lego, let's take a sneek peek at  The LEGO® Discovery Center!

The Leonard P. Zakim Bridge never looked like this! All made of Lego's!

Wait, is that the Garden?

Look at this stunning LEGO replica of the state house!

I want that! That is an actual Lego replica of Santa's sleigh!

Yes, of course! It's an actual Christmas tree made from Legos!