Visit Us


Enjoy and learn more about the natural world around you by visiting one of our properties! 

Visit us at the MMA Aquarium, Hinchman House Natural Science Museum, Loines Observatory, Vestal Street Observatory, and the Historic Mitchell House.


The administrative building at 4 Vestal Street is currently open 9am-5pm, weekdays.
All facilities are closed on federal holidays.
The Discovery Playground at Hinsdale Park closes at dark.

Please see our calendar for year-round programming opportunities.

Hours of Operation:

Closed For The 2025 Season







3 Vestal Street | 508.228.9198

Stargazing Open Nights

View Our Calendar


Reservations Required




59 Milk Street Ext.  | 508.228.9198

Closed For The 2025 Season


View Our Calendar for Programming at Our Other Facilities.


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32 Washington Street | 508.228.9198

Closed For A Short Break Until

Saturday, January 10, 2026


Hours Beginning January 10:

10am - 2pm Saturday

10am - 2pm Sunday


View our calendar for programs.

7 Milk Street | 508.228.9198

Closed For The 2025 Season






1 Vestal Street | 508.228.9198

Available By Appointment Only

Contact 508.228.9198 or info@mariamitchell.org




2 Vestal Street | 508.228.9198

Admission


Admission is FREE for MMA Members.

Museum or Aquarium Only Admission
Adult: $25
Youth (ages 3-16): $15
Children (ages 0-2): free

Loines Programming Admission*
Adult: $25
Youth (ages 3-16): $15
Children (ages 0-2): free

Combo Pass for Mitchell House, Natural Science Museum, and Vestal Observatory
Adult: $25
Youth (ages 3-16): $15

Please check our calendar for additional programming.

*Guests can visit the Loines Observatory through pre-registered programs only. Click to Learn More.

Observe the sky and the field of astronomy by visiting the historic Vestal Street Observatory or Loines Observatory.


Discover the sea and its creatures by visiting the Aquarium.


Investigate the land and its creatures by visiting the Natural Science Museum.


Learn more about Maria Mitchell and her legacy by visiting the Mitchell House.


Explore our research and collections by visiting the Research Center.


Play and have fun at the Discovery Playground.


Stop by the Administrative Building at 4 Vestal Street with any questions.