Armenian Cultural Foundation 441 Mystic Street, Arlington, MA 02474

Welcome to the Armenian Cultural Foundation, a unique private library and museum located at 441 Mystic Street, Arlington, Massachusetts. Established in 1945 by the esteemed Armenian book collector Vahan Topalian and his dedicated colleagues, our foundation is committed to the preservation and promotion of Armenian history, culture, and literature.

Our mission is to maintain an exceptional library and sponsor enriching programs in the arts and humanities. We aim to disseminate knowledge and information that advance cultural understanding, with a particular focus on Armenian culture. We place special emphasis on exploring the history of Armenian music in the diaspora and highlighting the significant contributions of Armenian women throughout history.

The Armenian Cultural Foundation serves a diverse audience, including academics and individuals worldwide who have an interest in Armenian culture. We also cater to bibliophiles and collectors of rare 19th and 20th-century English and European works in the arts, humanities, and social sciences.

Our current home, a beautiful Greek revival mansion in Arlington, was made possible through the generosity of John Mirak, an immigrant from Western Armenia and a successful businessman in Boston. In 1965, we expanded our facilities with a large addition overlooking Mystic Lake, designed by architect Jerome Bailey Foster, to house our main library.

We proudly offer the finest collection of early Armenian periodicals and newspapers in the New World. Whether you are a scholar, a cultural enthusiast, or a rare book collector, the Armenian Cultural Foundation invites you to explore the rich tapestry of Armenian heritage and history preserved within our walls.