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About The Institute Of Contemporary Art

Welcome to ICA Boston, a premier contemporary art museum located in the Seaport District. With the Barbara Lee Family Foundation Theater and multiple exhibition spaces, ICA Boston offers engaging experiences in a dynamic harbor-side setting. We’ve got you covered with seating specifics, parking tips, transit options, and trusted local lodging and dining suggestions to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

Address: 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston, MA 02210. For a better travel plan, consider nearby Seaport District hotels and eateries—perfect for a full day of art and exploration.

Pro tip: secure your seats in advance through our trusted partner links, and check for weekend ICA validation discounts on select parking options. When you’re ready, we’ll guide you to comfortable lodging and great dining nearby, so you can focus on the art and the harbor views.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • ICA Boston Barbara Lee Family Foundation Theater: 325 fixed seats (323 if Row A accessibility seats are used); theater on the second floor with harbor views.
  • ICA Boston address: 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston, MA 02210.
  • ICA Boston venue type: contemporary art museum with multiple event spaces (State Street Lobby, Putnam Investments Plaza, Barbara Lee Theater).
  • ICA Boston seating/chart details: Barbara Lee Theater is end-on with stadium seating; 6 accessible seats in Row A reducing capacity to 323 when used; theater walls are glass with adjustable shading.
  • ICA Boston parking: no on-site parking; nearby paid options (e.g., 100 Northern Avenue) and ICA validation discounts on weekends; public transit preferred.
  • ICA Boston transit: easy access via MBTA Silver Line (World Trade Center or Courthouse stations) and nearby water taxi options.
  • Nearby hotels (Boston Seaport): Omni Boston Hotel at The Seaport, Envoy Hotel, Seaport District hotels; reference for nearby lodging: Hotels near ICA from Hotels.com and local hotel listings.
  • Notable ICA Boston events: Kusama Infinity Mirror Room 'LOVE IS CALLING' (exhibited 2019–2020); William Forsythe: Choreographic Objects (2018); ongoing major exhibitions in the Barbara Lee Theater and galleries.
  • ICA Philadelphia address: 118 S. 36th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
  • ICA Philadelphia venue type: University of Pennsylvania-affiliated contemporary-art museum with multiple event spaces (Lobby, Tuttleman Auditorium, Mezzanine, Terrace).
  • ICA Philadelphia seating capacities (event spaces): Lobby ~250 standing; Tuttleman Auditorium 80–100 seated (200 standing); Mezzanine 25 seated (75 standing); Tuttleman Terrace 150 seated (300 standing).
  • ICA Philadelphia parking/transit: on UPenn campus; Penn visitor parking options include Chestnut 34 Garage, Museum Garage, Walnut 40 Garage, etc.; SEPTA access via 30th Street Station.
  • Nearby hotels (University City): The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel (3600 Sansom Street); The Study at University City (20 S 33rd St) with event spaces; nearby lodging referenced in Visit Philadelphia and hotel sites.