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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.
NOTE: Our Research Room and offices will be closed 12/22/25–1/4/26 for the holiday break.

Our Research Room is open Monday–Thursday, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. No appointment needed during these hours.
NOTE: Our Research Room and offices will be closed 12/22/25–1/4/26 for the holiday break.

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New beginnings

From the Papers

Meet people whose encounters with Christian Science changed the directions of their lives.

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The people behind the hymns: 27 lyricists and composers in the Christian Science Hymnal

Featured Article

Discover men and women whose influence spans musical genres and history-defining events.

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How did Christian Scientists respond to the 1917 Halifax disaster?

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Learn how The Mother Church helped the city of Boston send timely aid—and how members in many other places contributed.

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From the Vault: The transformation of Christmas

Podcast

Explore how this holiday evolved radically during Mary Baker Eddy’s lifetime. What did that mean for her—and for us today?

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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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