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Our Research Room is open Monday–Thursday, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. No appointment needed during these hours.

Our Research Room is open Monday–Thursday, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. No appointment needed during these hours.

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Who was Phineas P. Quimby?

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Learn what we know about him—and to what extent his ideas had any influence on Eddy and her work.

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From the Vault: Research on Boston geography and African American history

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Hear our staff share findings on Boston’s 40-year land-expansion project and the work of an early Black Christian Scientist.

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Are there any recordings of Mary Baker Eddy?

ask a researcher

Find out what we know, including reminiscences from people who heard Eddy speak.

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Printing Science and Health to meet demand

From the Papers

Learn how the book’s 26th edition was distributed, amid steady requests for individual and bulk orders.

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Welcome to The Mary Baker Eddy Library

Since opening to the public in 2002, the Library has offered a place to explore the life, ideas, and achievements of Mary Baker Eddy, who discovered and founded Christian Science—a pioneer whose work touched the fields of religion, health, and journalism. 

The Library houses a rich and extensive collection of original materials that includes documents, art and historic artifacts, photographs, books, and audiovisuals that document the history of the church she founded, up to the present day. 

Explore this website to learn about the Library’s programs, podcasts, exhibits, and archives. Ask us your questions…and read about our research.

Video: “Mary Baker Eddy: A Life of Discovery”

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