Christian Science Plaza

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210 Massachusetts Ave
Boston, MA 02115
Located in the heart of Back Bay, the Plaza is the largest privately owned, publicly accessible open space in Boston at about 13.5 acres. It was revitalized in 2018 to be more environmentally friendly and sustainable and to improve quality of life for the Boston community. It houses the Reflecting Pool and the Children’s Fountain. The Mother Church and The Christian Science Publishing Society are also located in this Plaza along with the new interactive experience at the Christian Science Publishing House, How Do You See the World?.

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4.589 reviews
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Daniel G.
7/10/2025

I'm a local since 1982. I used to do RC boats (sailboats, speedboats, subs, tugboats, fireboat, fishing trawler, Arleigh Burke Naval Destroyer, a 48" replica of JFK's PT boat) in the reflecting...

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C M.
5/4/2025

Like the Mapparium, it's part of a church so just know that going into it to not let your kids go insane and don't clutch your pearls if someone tries to talk to you about Jesus or whatever

Cynthia H.
5/27/2024

Great space to experience the serenity of the reflecting pool, the sunken bench seating in front, the open air, the remarkable architecture, and the special feeling this place has to offer.

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Cindy L.
4/6/2017

I used to spend my time here, a lot of time here, since my apartment and college was a few blocks over. I've laughed here, I've cried here, I've had special moments and breakups here. I've even...

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Kathryn D.
12/20/2019

I've toured the Mother Church of the First Church of Christ, Scientist half a dozen times, and love introducing family and friends visiting Boston to this beautiful site. I've long been interested...

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