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The Institute of Contemporary Art vs Boston Public Library
Both are praised by expert writers. On balance, Boston Public Library ranks significantly higher than The Institute of Contemporary Art. Boston Public Library has a TripExpert Score of 92 with praise from 14 sources including Travel + Leisure, Where and Lonely Planet.
The Institute of Contemporary Art
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100 Northern Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
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"Now the ICA is building a major permanent collection for the first time in its history, while continuing to showcase innovative paintings, videos, installations, and multimedia shows."
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Concierge
"Founded in 1936, the ICA showcases work by the likes of Nan Goldin, Mona Hatoum, Paul Chan, and Julian Opie (major exhibitions rotate three times per year)."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Hundreds of thousands of visitors flock to the dramatic quarters of the Institute of Contemporary Art."
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Travel + Leisure
"The museum houses a performing arts theater, education and workshop facilities, and a generous amount of gallery space."
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Time Out
"Once crammed into a tiny building in Back Bay, the ICA moved to its spacious new home in late 2006, and is now the cultural cornerstone of the waterfront."
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Boston Public Library
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700 Boylston St., At Copley Sq., Boston, MA 02116
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"The Boston Public Library is a destination in itself, and not just for bookworms."
Lonely Planet
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"Dating from 1852, the esteemed Boston Public Library lends credence to Boston’s reputation as the ‘Athens of America.’."
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Time Out
"The original structure, designed by Charles McKim and completed in 1895, is now the research library, while an extension opened in 1972 to function as a general library."
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Fodor's
"This venerable institution is a handsome temple to literature and a valuable research library."
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Not For Tourists
"People need at least one place where they can be their most effective, motivated and focused. Sometimes it's their home, a coffee shop, the back corner of a bookstore, a random park..."
