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About the ICA

Since its founding in 1936, the ICA has shared the pleasures of reflection, inspiration, imagination, and provocation that contemporary art offers with its audiences. A museum at the intersection of contemporary art and civic life, the ICA has advanced a bold vision for amplifying the artist’s voice and expanding the museum’s role as educator, incubator, and convener. Its exhibitions, performances, and educational programs provide access to the breadth and diversity of contemporary art, artists, and the creative process, inviting audiences of all ages and backgrounds to participate in the excitement of new art and ideas.
The ICA building at dusk, featuring a glowing top level cantilevered over Boston Harbor and glass-walled theater and lobby spaces lit from within.

Photo by Chuck Choi

Two teens looking at the unstretched paintings hung in Vivian Suter's immersive installation.
The Institute of Contemporary Art strives to share the pleasures of reflection, inspiration, provocation, and imagination that contemporary art offers through public access to art, artists, and the creative process.
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Mission

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Founded in 1936 as the Boston Museum of Modern Art—a sister institution to New York’s MoMA—the museum was conceived as a laboratory where innovative approaches to art could be championed.
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History

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Jobs and Opportunities

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The ICA's cantilever extends over Boston Harbor.
Learn about our landmark Diller Scofidio + Renfro home on Boston Harbor.
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Building

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Couple - Installation view, First Light: A Decade of Collecting at the ICA
The ICA welcomes and endeavors to provide a positive, engaging, and inclusive experience for all visitors.
Accessibility at the ICA

Accessibility

Accessibility at the ICA
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The ICA is the perfect place to host your special event, combining stunning works of art with breathtaking views of Boston’s harbor and skyline.
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Event Rentals

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The ICA works with long-term community partners to raise awareness of and build audiences for the rich array of cultural programming and events in Boston.
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Community Partners

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Our year in review.
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Annual Report

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Contact Us

Mailing Address
The Institute of Contemporary Art
25 Harbor Shore Drive
Boston, MA 02210

Visitor Services
617-478-3100
visitorservices@icaboston.org

General Information
617-478-3100
info@icaboston.org

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ICA Store
617-478-3104
icastore@icaboston.org

Press Inquiries
617-478-617-3290
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