WARREN ANATOMICAL MUSEUM

BOSTON, MA

The Warren Anatomical Museum is located in Boston, Massachusetts, and is a popular destination for those interested in the history of anatomy and medicine. The museum is housed in the Longwood Medical Area at Harvard Medical School and was established in 1847 in honor of the pioneering anatomist, John Collins Warren. It is one of the oldest anatomical museums in the United States and is home to a collection of over 7,000 artifacts.

The museum's collection contains wax models of anatomical and pathological specimens, anatomical drawings, medical instruments, and artifacts related to the history of medicine. Some of the most notable items in the collection include a wax replica of the brain of President John Quincy Adams and a wax replica of the arm of the famous outlaw Jesse James.

The museum also houses a variety of educational programs and exhibits, including a virtual tour of the museum, lectures, and demonstrations. Visitors can explore the history of anatomy and medicine through interactive displays, lectures, and hands-on activities. The museum is open to the public and admission is free. It is a great place for anyone interested in the history of medicine and anatomy to explore and learn about the human body.

WARREN ANATOMICAL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BOSTON MA. US MID #8402500010

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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• telephone: 6174326196
• website: www.countway.harvard.edu/warren/index/shtml

WARREN ANATOMICAL MUSEUM
10 SHATTUCK STREET
BOSTON
MA
02115

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