Beginning October 1, all guests will be asked to reserve a free general admission ticket before entering the collection galleries. Learn more. 
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Tours & Group Visits

Self-Guided Tours

Groups are always welcome to lead their own tours at the BMA. However, please review our self-guided tour policies to make sure that you and your group have the best visit possible.

Request a Self-Guided School & University Tour

Request a Self-Guided Adult Tour

School & University Tours

The BMA is excited to offer a range of on-site and virtual tours this year led by BMA educators.

Learn more about School & University Tours

Adult Tours

We offer guided adult tours on a number of themes.

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Audio Tours

Enrich your visit with fresh perspectives on art. We have audio tours available on a variety of subjects, many of which are available to download from iTunesU. Available in English only.

Enjoy audio tours during your visit using your own mobile device and headphones. Assisted listening devices are available.

Go Mobile

Go Mobile is a multimedia tour featuring audio tracks with artists, curators, local personalities, and makers, plus images and original videos. Best for the American, Contemporary, African, and Asian art galleries.

Countless Stories

This Highlights Audio Tour features artworks from across the collection with a focus on the Modern and European Art galleries.

Sculpture Garden Cell Phone Tour

Explore the BMA's lush sculpture gardens with former Director Doreen Bolger, Conservator Ann Boulton, sculpture Mark di Suvero, and BMA Trustee Peggy Heller.