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Healing Gardens and Outdoor Spaces

Exposure to nature and fresh air is critical for emotional, mental, and physical well-being. That’s why our campuses incorporate healing gardens and outdoor spaces for patients and visitors.
Getting outside can offer a moment of calm and relaxation. Recharge by visiting any of our outdoor spaces.
Brigham and Women’s Hospital

Thea and James M. Stoneman Centennial Park
Located outside the 15 Francis Street entrance, this landscaped area offers a moment of quiet with outdoor benches.

Cohn Courtyard
Recharge in the courtyard, located at Shattuck Street at the back entrance of the 75 Francis Street main lobby.

Massachusetts General Hospital

Healing Garden
The Howard Ulfelder, MD, Healing Garden is a 6,300-square-foot rooftop garden accessible from the eighth floor of the Yawkey Center for Outpatient Care. The garden welcomes cancer patients, families, and staff.

Russell Museum
This garden is located on the roof of the Paul S. Russell, MD, Museum of Medical History and Innovation. The museum is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and is located at the corner of Cambridge and North Grove Streets.

Wang Ambulatory Care Center
A landscaped area with outdoor seating sits adjacent to the Wang Center and in front of Tea Leaves and Coffee Beans Café.

Yawkey Center for Outpatient Care
The Yawkey Center offers an outdoor patio for all patients and visitors in front of Coffee South and the Riverside Café.