Starting in January 2025 and running through December 2026, Boston Family Days will offer free admission on the first and second Sundays of each month to beloved Boston landmarks, including:

• Boston Children’s Museum
• Franklin Park Zoo
• Institute of Contemporary Art
• Museum of Fine Arts
• Museum of Science
• New England Aquarium
• Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
• John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
• Museum of African American History

Each student living in Boston, enrolled in grades Pre-K through 12, will enjoy complimentary admission along with up to two guests—making these Sundays the perfect chance for family bonding, education, and discovery.

Boston is home to incredible cultural institutions that inspire creativity and curiosity. With Boston Family Days, we’re opening the doors wide and making sure every family feels welcome to enjoy all our city has to offer,” said Wu. 

This initiative represents another bold step in Mayor Wu’s commitment to making Boston the most family-friendly city in the nation. By breaking down barriers to some of Boston’s most iconic cultural and educational spaces, Boston Family Days ensures every child has the chance to learn, dream, and grow outside the classroom.

City Councilor Erin Murphy had advocated from the beginning for the program to include all students, commended the expansion as a step toward achieving “equity and inclusivity for every child in Boston.”

However, Murphy voiced frustration over what she described as the administration’s persistent exclusion of her from efforts to broaden the program. She noted that she only found out about today’s announcement by checking the mayor’s daily public-appearance email and was unable to attend the event because it was scheduled a mere 15 minutes before the City Council’s weekly meeting.

Programs like Boston Family Days highlight Boston’s commitment to equity, accessibility, and the belief that education doesn’t stop when the school bell rings. We’re excited to see families out and about, soaking up art, science, history, and more. So mark your calendars and get ready to discover everything Boston has to offer!

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