The West End Museum
Step into the history of Boston’s Lost Neighborhood. The West End Museum (WEM) brings to life 400 years of history and urban change, focusing on the rise, fall, and enduring legacy of the historic West End.
Once a vibrant, diverse community, the old West End — along with the famed Scollay Square — was taken by the city via eminent domain and demolished between 1958 and 1962, displacing 14,000 residents. WEM preserves the stories of this lost neighborhood, examining both its destruction and how its identity has been reclaimed.
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Restrooms Through immersive exhibits, photographs, and firsthand accounts, visitors can explore the daily lives, culture, and existence of those who called the West End home. Learn about the lasting impact of Urban Renewal, the forces that shaped modern Boston, and the resilience of a displaced community.
Discover a side of Boston’s history beyond the Revolution at The West End Museum.
The West End Museum’s permanent exhibition, Rise, Fall, Rebirth: Stories of the West End is always on view. WEM also hosts rotating exhibits. The museum’s video exhibition gallery shows short films related to the neighborhood’s history.
Address:
150 Staniford St., Suite 7, Boston, MA 02114
The entrance is along Lomasney Way.
Operating Days and Times:
Contact The West End Museum for current operating days and times.
Holiday Hours:
Closed on Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve.
Reservation Notes:
Reservations are only required for walking tours. Interested in a private tour? Call 617-723-2125.
Duration:
Typically 45 Minutes – 1.5 hours +.
Booth Location:
Nearest Intersection:
Causeway Street and Staniford St.
Parking:
Paid parking options at nearby garages. Street parking is also available.
Age Requirements:
All ages are welcome! Children 10 and under are FREE.