The Boston University Conference Center at Tyngsboro and its surrounding grounds include almost 200 acres of land with marked nature trails, an old granite quarry, several historical buildings and a long history dating back to pre-colonial times.

Originally established in the 17th century by the Parker and later Tyng families, the land surrounding the Center was both farmland and granite quarry during the early years of colonial American settlement. It was a controversial site of Native American conflict with the settlers, but eventually emerged as an institute of learning run by the Marist brothers in the early 19th century. It was this order of monks and their students who constructed the main building in the early 20th century. 

The main building became a Marist Seminary consisting of dormitories and educational classrooms as well as the large chapel that today functions as a majestic dining room. The Brothers and more than 300 students called this building home for much of the 20th century, until it was acquired by Dr. An Wang for the purpose of establishing a special graduate school for computer sciences and Chinese studies.

The Wang Institute, as it was called during its years of operation, graduated 5 classes before merging with Boston University in 1987. At that time the 280+ seat auditorium, high tech classrooms, computer labs and other modern features were added to the facility expanding its capabilities as a conference center and educational facility.

Today the expansive acreage, elegant ivy covered brick walls and lovely landscaping make the Boston University Conference Center at Tyngsboro a warm and inviting place for groups to come together. Whether your organization is conducting training and following the tradition of learning excellence that was established by the Marist Brothers and Dr. Wang or hosting a group session to further your organizations's mission, the Center is a place to expand horizons and reach for new goals.