The Institute of Contemporary Art was originally established in 1936 as a sister museum to New York City's acclaimed Museum of Modern Art, though it quickly refocused direction and became a contemporary art museum in 1948. Today, it is located within Boston's Seaport District within a gorgeous award-winning space developed by architects Diller Scofidio + Renfro. Rotating exhibitions highlight top international contemporary artists working in a variety of media, ranging from visual art to film, video, and installation work. Throughout its lengthy tenure, the museum has highlighted the works of legendary luminaries such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, Paul Gaugin, and Andy Warhol. The museum's Momentum exhibition series and biennial James and Audrey Foster Prize strive to provide a platform for emerging contemporary artists around the world. Live theatrical and dance performances are showcased throughout the year at the museum's 325-seat box-style theater.

The Institute of Contemporary Art, 25 Harbor Shore Dr, Boston, MA 02210, Phone: 617-478-3103

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