Visitor Center

Visitor Center

John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site · Brookline · Massachusetts — managed by National Park Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site visitor center is located in the basement of the historic home. During the open season, it provides visitor information, a park film, restrooms, and a gift shop. The visitor center is wheelchair accessible via an outside lift.

Getting there

The site is served by the MBTA Green Line, walking distance from the Coolidge Corner stop on the C line and the Babcock Street stop on the B line. The MBTA also offers bus service to Brookline. For GPS navigation and driving directions, use the street address 83 Beals Street, Brookline, MA 02446. Street parking on Beals street is limited.

Contact
(617) 566-7937

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.