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Mapparium® globe + How Do You See the World?™

4.6
(16 reviews)
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Explore Boston's iconic landmark, the three-story, stained glass Mapparium globe, frozen in the year 1935 and offering a unique glimpse into the world before World War II. Step inside and experience a fascinating narration from within the globe itself, providing an unparalleled perspective of history.

Outside of the Mapparium globe, immerse yourself in "Our World: Mapping Progress," an exhibit celebrating humanity's advancements since 1935—and instilling hope for the future. Then delve into "Points of Progress," a dynamic showcase of pivotal moments in human rights, scientific breakthroughs, exploration, and beyond, spanning the post-war era.

Discover the inspiring narratives of individuals shaping their communities worldwide through eight sets of interactive stories from The Christian Science Monitor. Founded in 1908 by Mary Baker Eddy, this Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper has upheld a mission to "injure no man, but to bless all mankind," offering daily and weekly editions chronicling global stories of resilience and progress.

"Christian Science and Mary Baker Eddy" and "The Mary Baker Eddy Library and Exhibit" provide further opportunities to explore the life, ideas, and achievements of Mary Baker Eddy and to dive deeper into her lifelong love of the Bible and its ongoing relevance and application to universal questions today.

The Mapparium globe is a timed, ticketed exhibit with Get Your Guide. All other exhibits are always free and do not require a timed ticket.

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  • Duration 20 minutes

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  • Host or greeter

    English

  • Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

  • Walk through Boston's three-story stained glass Mapparium globe
  • Explore exhibits showcasing humanity's advancement since 1935 with the Monitor
  • Learn about Mary Baker Eddy, founder of the Monitor and Christian Science church
  • Engage with state-of-the-art multimedia exhibitions

Description

Explore Boston's iconic landmark, the three-story, stained glass Mapparium globe, frozen in the year 1935 and offering a unique glimpse into the world before World War II. Step inside and experience a fascinating narration from within the globe itself, providing an unparalleled perspective of history. Outside of the Mapparium globe, immerse yourself in "Our World: Mapping Progress," an exhibit celebrating humanity's advancements since 1935—and instilling hope for the future. Then delve into "Points of Progress," a dynamic showcase of pivotal moments in human rights, scientific breakthroughs, exploration, and beyond, spanning the post-war era. Discover the inspiring narratives of individuals shaping their communities worldwide through eight sets of interactive stories from The Christian Science Monitor. Founded in 1908 by Mary Baker Eddy, this Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper has upheld a mission to "injure no man, but to bless all mankind," offering daily and weekly editions chronicling global stories of resilience and progress. "Christian Science and Mary Baker Eddy" and "The Mary Baker Eddy Library and Exhibit" provide further opportunities to explore the life, ideas, and achievements of Mary Baker Eddy and to dive deeper into her lifelong love of the Bible and its ongoing relevance and application to universal questions today. The Mapparium globe is a timed, ticketed exhibit with Get Your Guide. All other exhibits are always free and do not require a timed ticket.

Inclusions

  • Timed entry ticket to the Mapparium Globe
  • Entry to the "How Do You See the World" experience
  • Entry to Christian Science and Mary Baker Eddy Exhibit
  • Entry to The Mary Baker Eddy Library and Exhibit

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4.6 / 5

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Anton
very intriguing and learned of a new group of christians. The sound acoustics of the mapparium is fantastic, everyone should try talking in different positions from within and also the map is from the...
Jessica
This was an amazing experience ! Visual and audio Vibrant and immersive :)

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