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John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library vs Boston Children's Museum
Both are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library is preferred by most professionals compared to Boston Children's Museum. John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library comes in at 91 with endorsements from 11 reviewers including Michelin Guide, Afar Magazine and Travel + Leisure.
John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library
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Lonely Planet
Time Out
Afar Magazine
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Columbia Point, Boston, MA 02125
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Concierge
"It's great for history buffs, but be aware that getting there without a car is a bit of a schlep."
Lonely Planet
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"The legacy of JFK is ubiquitous in Boston, but the official memorial to the 35th president is this striking, modern, marble building designed by IM Pei."
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Time Out
"A looming concrete-and-glass monolith designed by I.M. Pei (completed in 1979), this shrine to the life and work of the 35th US president overlooks the outer harbor."
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Afar Magazine
"South of Boston's city center and away from all the crowds, the museum is full of memorabilia from JFK's life before and during his presidency."
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"Houses 21 permanent exhibits examining JFK's life and work."
Boston Children's Museum
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Not For Tourists
Michelin Guide
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308 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210
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Travel + Leisure
"With three levels of hands-on exhibits, the Boston Children's Museum offers a day of fun and education for little ones."
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Time Out
"Founded in 1913 by a well-meaning group of local science teachers, the Children's Museum in Boston was just another collection of things to look at until director Michael Spock arrived in 1961."
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Not For Tourists
"Featuring the giant Hood milk bottle."
Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The museum is a wonderland of learning and play."
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The New Balance Climb is an irresistible three-story structure.
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"Kick off a visit to this youngster-friendly museum by scaling the giant, three-story New Balance Foundation Climb."
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