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Overview

The Acetarium 2.0 is a dynamic and highly exclusive living, working, dining and recreation space in Somerville, Massachusetts. The atmosphere is often described as charming and homey. It is a intellectually charged space that occupies the intersection of technology and culture — art and science.

The Acetarium has relocated to a new location in the heart of Somerville's Davis Square -- named one of the 15 hippest neighborhoods in North America.

Our street address is:

265 Elm Street
Somerville, MA
02144

Traditionally, guests are accepted by invitation only. Please be sure to call ahead.

Getting to The Acetarium

The Acetarium is centrally located in Somerville, Massachusetts and is easily accessible through Boston's public transportation system.

Subway Directions

To get to the Acetarium, take the MBTA's Red Line to the Davis Square stop. Trains run frequently between 5:00 AM and 12:30 AM.

Walking Directions From Davis Square

The Acetarium is located in the heart of Davis Sqaure. It is also approximately a 7 minute walk from Porter Square.

When you arrive at Davis Square, exit the Subway through the Highland Avenue exit. Once outside, you will see a bus stop for 87 and 88. Cross the street there. Walkpast Soverign bank on your left and cross Highland Avenue to in front of Mike's Restaurant on Elm Street. Walk up the left side of Elm. The Acetarium will be between the passport store and photography store. It should take no more than 2 minutes from the subway exit.

At the Door

There is no bell. You will need to call one of the proprietors when you arrive at the door.

Airport Directions

After arriving at Logan International airport, exit your terminal and follow signs toward the bus stop for city and municipal buses. There are many types of buses that stop at each terminal and most go to parking garages and rental car lots. You should find the stop for "MBTA" or city buses. Once there, you should wait until you see a "Silver Line" bus which will be say either "Silver Line" or "SL1" on the front and will be the only bus that is either double length (with an "accordion" center) or silver in color. The bus will cost USD 1.50 and you need to pay with exact change when boarding the bus. Alternatively, you can buy a "Charlie Ticket" from a MBTA vending machine. An unlimited ride pass will cover both the bus and subway system or you can buy a stored value card which will work on either as well. Change should be available from the MBTA vnding machine or you can buy using a credit or debit card. The bus comes at least every 15 minutes and more frequently in peak hours.

The silver line is designed to be something between a subway and a bus. It will eventually go underground. Stay on the bus until the end (4-5 stops) which is "South Station." At South Station you will be able to to transfer to the Red Line subway line without exiting the station or paying again. Take the Red Line going "Inbound" toward Alewife. There will be many signs. Take the Red Line to "Davis Square" and then follow the Subway and walking directions from above.

More Information

For more information please contact either of the proprietors of the Acetarium. Their information is below:

Benjamin Mako Hill
Phone: (+1) 206-409-7191
Email: mako@atdot.cc

 

Mika Matsuzaki
Phone: (+1) 206-890-5155
Email: mika@yukidoke.org