Symphony Hall

Symphony Hall is a concert hall in Boston, Massachusetts, designed in the Renaissance style and known for its exceptional acoustics. The architecture features terracotta walls, marble accents, and vaulted ceilings that carry sound naturally through the space.

The concert hall opened in 1900 and became the home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra from the beginning, which had previously performed at different locations. The building later received National Historic Landmark status due to its importance to American music history.

The concert hall takes its name from its function as home to a major orchestra and has served as a performance venue for classical music for over a century. Audiences here regularly experience symphonic concerts in one of the acoustically finest halls in the world.

The hall offers 2600 seats across multiple levels, with direct views of the stage from all positions. The acoustics work well in every section, so visitors can hear the music clearly from anywhere in the space.

Sixteen statues from ancient Greece and Rome stand in wall niches and represent different periods of music history. These sculptures are replicas and blend into the historical décor of the hall.

Location: Boston

Inception: 1900

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture

Address: 301 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02115

Website: http://bso.org

GPS coordinates: 42.34259,-71.08581

Latest update: December 20, 2025 03:07