At the beginning of the 20th century, heiress and philanthropist Isabella Stewart Gardner built a home modeled after a 15th-century Venetian palace. Gardener was a great patroness of famous artists, such as James Whistler and John Singer Sargent. She a... More [+]
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"We had gone a couple years ago but had guests that wanted to visit. I had read the reviews and had our own opinion, but wanted to see if the attitude had changed. Unfortunately, my husband experien..." more
"Most of all as I went through this museum I was mindful of the fact that it was Ms Gardner's home and personal collection. The variety and range of the artwork was mind boggling when considering th..." more
"After having just visited Hearst Castle in San Simeon, California, less than a month ago, I probably have a very jaded view this looked like a sad, tired attempt at the same thing. The courtyard is..." more
"This is a charming museum designed by Isabella Stewart. You'll love the flower filled courtyard that soars to the sky. The paintings are fabulous and there are many religious scenes and carvings. I..." more
"Lovely way to spend a half or full day in Boston. The museum is small enough that you can see the entirety in one visit. The courtyard is beautiful and the individually designed rooms of art are so..." more
"We didn't leave enough time to see this, Got there about an hour before closing. So much to see. Isabella Stewart Gardner collected these items from all over the world and it shows. Have been to ma..." more
"This personal collection contains real gems, Holbeins, Van Dycks, Titians, Raphaels, Rembrandts, Botticellis and a few impressionists added for good measure.Set out as the formidable Mrs Gardner st..." more
"Two biggest complaints from others are the lack of labeling of paintings and the lighting. Both are intentional. Izzy didnt want tourists to rush thru the place and not appreciate what they were lo..." more
"I took an out-of-town family guest here last year. We knew to expect that the museum was quirky, but weren't quite prepared for the hodgepodge it is, both architecturally and in terms of the collec..." more
"I'm not a huge art fan, but this museum was recommended to us by a local tour guide as his favorite. It's a unique museum, but it's quite dark inside on an overcast day. The museum has some project..." more
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Address:
280 FenwayBoston, MA, US
Phone:
(617) 566-1401
Price Range
$11-$20
Hours
Tue-Sun: 11am-5pm;
Mon: Closed
Mon: Closed
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