Metropolitan Waterworks Museum 4.6 (reviews)

Boston, MA Museum Unclaimed

About Metropolitan Waterworks Museum

Do you ever look at your tap and wonder where water comes from? Do you love the sound and smells of steam engines? Wonder how they work?

Metropolitan Waterworks Museum will answer all those questions for you! They will tell you and your family the story of the country's first metropolitan water systems through fascinating exhibitions and educational programs. You will learn about engineering, architecture, public health and social history.

There museum has three really cool, and huge retired steam powered pumping engines in the Great Engine Hall. Each pump is different - see if you can see why!

There are some touch screen monitors and stands with animations to show you how all the gadgets work, like pistons and gears - can you imagine how they would have all kept things working back in its day?

There is also an interesting video you can watch where you can see what 19th century water engineering would have been like.

So get started using your imagination on what life would have been like in the 19th Century, and how all those people managed to supply Boston with the water you know and love today!

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Adults Free but suggested donation $5

Children Same as adult

Last Update 2022

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Metropolitan Waterworks Museum FAQ’s

Do they have baby facilities?

There are changing stations in both the male and female restrooms. The staff can also assist with warming baby food.

I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Metropolitan Waterworks Museum?

The museum is located near Cleveland Circle and Newton Center where you can find lots of restaurants. There are even picnic tables about the reservoir so you can enjoy the sunshine while you eat!

Any top tips when visiting?

Parking is limited.

Does Metropolitan Waterworks Museum have a gift shop?

What would a trip to a museum be without taking home T shirts, mugs, caps, or books.

Teachers corner

Field trips to the museum are a great way for students to learn about history as well as engineering and science. The tours are hands-on experiences where learning becomes exciting. All school materials supplied are aligned with the Massachusetts State Curriculum Standards.

They also offer after school programs and summer camps!

Do they have baby facilities?

There are changing stations in both the male and female restrooms. The staff can also assist with warming baby food.

Does Metropolitan Waterworks Museum have healthy eating or Vegan options?

There are lots of healthy options within the nearby restaurants.

Is Metropolitan Waterworks Museum fully accessible?

The museum is ADA-compliant and accessible (including restrooms, and parking lot access). There is also brailled exhibit text. There is a wheelchair on site, as well as an elevator. For the hearing impaired, they are developing audio assistive devices.

Any additonal information?

Waterworks Wednesday is a fun evening from April to November where they host a variety of programs including lectures, panel discussions, concert and films.