Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA)552

For the artistically inclined, the ICA almost always has something that will spark interest and imagination, presenting exhibitions, performances, films, and programs dedicated to new art and new ideas. The museum is now located on the city's waterfront, in a landmark building designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro. Works include a permanent collection of 21st-century art featuring sculpture, painting, video, photography, and drawing, as well as rotating exhibitions throughout the year.

Membership: A Family membership, at $95, offers free admission to exhibitions, invitations to exhibition openings, subscription to the ICA newsletter, notices and discounts for programs, invitations to special events and activities, 10% discount at the ICA Bookstore, two membership cards, free admission for two adults and children under eighteen, opening invitations for two, and is 100% tax-deductible.

Admission is free on Thursdays after 5pm, and families (adults accompanied by children) are admitted free on the last Saturday of each month.