Metropolitan Waterworks Museum

Museum in a former pumping station, focused on historic water engineering and public health.

2450 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02467 · Boston, MA

About Metropolitan Waterworks Museum

The museum tells the story of one of the early large-scale water systems in the United States, using exhibits and education programs on engineering, architecture, social history, public health, and access to safe water. Its main draw is a hall holding preserved steam-powered pumps that once moved fresh water into Boston. The building is a Richardsonian Romanesque structure that originally served as a high-service pumping station. Visitors can also join special access tours and book private events.

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#water history
#public health
#industrial heritage

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