Planning Your Visit

Something Extraordinary Awaits

Experience three centuries of American financial history—rare artifacts, interactive technology and stories that connect the past to your life today—all in a stunning waterfront setting at Boston's Commonwealth Pier. From the founding documents that shaped the American financial system to an AI-powered Alexander Hamilton who answers your questions in dozens of languages, our six galleries offer something genuinely surprising at every turn.

Admission is always free, and no tickets or reservations are required. We are open to everyone—students, families, finance professionals, history enthusiasts and the simply curious.

However you arrive and whatever brings you through the door, we think you'll leave seeing the world a little differently.

What to know before you go

No Reservations, No Tickets

No Reservations, No Tickets

Walk-in visitors are always welcome. Admission is free and no advance tickets or reservations are required. Simply arrive during our open hours and come on in.

Group visits of 15 or more are encouraged to contact us in advance so we can best prepare for your arrival.

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What to Expect

What to Expect

Plan for about 60–90 minutes to explore all seven exhibits at your own pace. Our galleries feature a mix of rare historical artifacts, interactive touchscreen experiences and immersive digital storytelling.

The Museum is self-guided, and each gallery is designed to be enjoyed independently—so feel free to linger on whatever catches your eye.

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Accessibility

Accessibility

The Museum of American Finance is fully ADA compliant. All galleries are located on a single level with no stairs, and accessible restrooms are available on site.

Interactive exhibits have been designed for ease of use in compliance with ADA.

Age Recommendations

Age Recommendations

The Museum is most engaging for visitors ages eight and up.

Younger children are welcome, and families with kids of all ages will find plenty to spark curiosity. That said, some exhibit content explores complex historical and financial concepts that older children and adults will benefit from the most.

Food & Amenities

Food & Amenities

Food and beverages are not permitted inside the Museum itself, but the Commonwealth Pier complex and surrounding Seaport neighborhood offer plenty of options steps from our door.

Area amenities include local restaurants, the Seaport Hotel, Seaport Garage and HarborWalk, with additional dining and retail opening on the pier throughout 2026 and 2027.

For the most current information on dining and amenities at Commonwealth Pier, visit their website.

Commonwealth Pier Website

Special Events

Special Events

We host a regular program of talks, panels, workshops and special events—in Boston, New York and online.

Our programs are free and we add events frequently, so check back often.

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Boston Hours & Contact Information

Hours (Beginning July 3, 2026)

Monday, Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10am – 4pm
Thursday: 10am – 7pm
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 10am – 4pm

Closed Federal Holidays

Contact

info@moaf.org

Address & Directions

Museum of American Finance
Commonwealth Pier
200 Seaport Boulevard
Boston, MA 02210

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Getting Here & Parking

By Transit (the 'T')

By Transit (the 'T')

Take the Silver Line (SL1, SL2, or SL3) to the World Trade Center stop. The Museum is a short walk along Seaport Boulevard. The Silver Line is a hybrid bus/subway that runs directly from South Station, with connections to the Red, Orange, and Green Lines.

Subway Website

By Water Taxi

By Water Taxi

Boston's Rowes Wharf Water Taxi and MBTA Commuter Boat service stops near the Seaport. Seasonal schedules vary—check the MBTA website or Boston Harbor Cruises for current routes and times.

MBTA Website

Boston Harbor Cruises

By Car

By Car

Commonwealth Pier is accessible from I-93 (Exit 23—South Boston/Seaport) and the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90, Exit 25—South Boston). Follow signs for the Seaport District and Seaport Boulevard.

Seaport Garage is located on site, with 2,300 underground parking spaces.

Pier Parking Website

By Bike

By Bike

Bluebikes stations are located throughout the Seaport neighborhood. The nearest station is steps from Commonwealth Pier. Bike parking is available on site.

Bluebikes Website

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, we are not relocating our headquarters. Our administrative offices remain in New York, where MoAF was founded and where we continue to host events and programs. The Boston location at Commonwealth Pier is our new permanent exhibit headquarters—the first physical home for our galleries since we left 48 Wall Street in 2018. We are thrilled to be putting down roots in Boston, and we hope it is the first of several locations where visitors can experience MoAF in person in the years ahead.

Yes, it’s completely free. There are no tickets to purchase and no reservations required. Just show up during our open hours and walk in.

No. The Museum is free and walk-in for all visitors. If you are planning a group visit of 15 or more, we ask that you contact us in advance so we can best prepare for your arrival.

Most visitors spend 60–90 minutes exploring all six galleries. The Museum is self-guided, so you are welcome to move at your own pace.

Yes, photography for personal and social media use is welcome throughout the Museum. Please be respectful of other visitors when taking photos.

Yes. The Museum is fully accessible and stroller-friendly, with wide pathways and no stairs between galleries.

Service animals are welcome. Personal pets are not permitted inside the Museum.

There is no café or food service inside the Museum. Outside food and beverages are not permitted inside the galleries. The Commonwealth Pier complex and surrounding Seaport neighborhood have plenty of dining options nearby.

Wednesday: 10am – 4pm
Thursday: 10am – 7pm
Friday – Sunday: 10am – 4pm
Monday – Tuesday: Closed

The Museum is closed on federal holidays. Hours are subject to change, particularly during the grand opening season.

Yes. The Seaport Garage is located on site at Commonwealth Pier with 2,300 underground spaces.

Yes, the Museum is fully ADA compliant. All galleries are located on a single level with no stairs, and accessible restrooms are available on site. Interactive exhibits have been designed for ease of use in compliance with ADA.

Very. The Silver Line (SL1, SL2 or SL3) stops at World Trade Center, a short walk from Commonwealth Pier. South Station—with connections to the Red, Orange and Green Lines, as well as Amtrak—is one stop away.

The Seaport Hotel is located directly on the Commonwealth Pier campus and overlooks Boston Harbor. It is steps from the Museum entrance. Visit seaportboston.com for more information.

The Seaport District is one of Boston's most vibrant neighborhoods. Nearby highlights include the Institute of Contemporary Art, the Boston Children's Museum, Fan Pier Park, the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum and the HarborWalk. The neighborhood also has a growing dining and retail scene, with more opening at Commonwealth Pier throughout 2026 and 2027.

Absolutely. A focused visit can be done in under an hour, and because admission is free, there's no barrier to stopping in, even if you're short on time. The Alexander Hamilton gallery is a particular highlight for first-time visitors.

The Museum is not on the Freedom Trail route, but it complements it well—particularly for visitors interested in how the American financial system grew alongside the political history they'll encounter on the Trail. We're a short Silver Line ride or rideshare from most Freedom Trail landmarks.

Yes. The Seaport District is compact and walkable, with clear signage and good transit connections. Commonwealth Pier is directly on Seaport Boulevard, one of the neighborhood's main streets.

Yes. School and group visits are welcome and encouraged. Please use our School Class Visit Request form to plan your visit. We ask for advance notice so we can best accommodate your group.

The Museum's content is most appropriate for middle school students and older. We generally recommend it for students in grades six and up, with the richest experience for high school students.

Educator resources including exhibit guides, classroom activities and curriculum-aligned materials will be available beginning in Fall 2026.

The Museum Finance Academy is a free five-class personal finance certificate program for high school juniors and seniors, offered as a standalone program rather than a school visit. Individual students can enroll in this virtual program regardless of school affiliation.

The Museum's content connects naturally to US history, economics, civics and personal finance curricula. It is most relevant for students in grades 6–12, with the personal finance and interactive history galleries being particularly strong curriculum connections for high school.

We recommend planning for approximately 90 minutes for a guided group experience. We do not recommend self-guided visits for classes and may not be able to accommodate classes that arrive without prior notice.

Admission is free for all visitors, including school groups. There are no entry fees, ticket costs or suggested per-student charges.

Yes. The Museum is fully wheelchair accessible with wide gallery pathways, a single-level layout and accessible restrooms. If any students in your group have specific accessibility needs, please note them in your visit request form and we will do our best to accommodate.