In this paper, we explore the characteristics of lump and interaction solutions for a (1+1) dimensional Boussinesq equation. By employing the Hirota bilinear method, we derive and analyze the exact solutions of this equation. Specifically, we achieve the lump with bright-bright soliton solution, 1-lump,2-lumps and 3-lumps with single bright soliton solution, lump with periodic, kink, and anti-kink soliton solutions. Alongside deriving these solutions, we also illustrate their dynamic properties through graphical simulations. The Boussinesq equation holds significant importance due to its applications in various domains, such as water wave modeling, coastal engineering, and the numerical simulation of water wave dynamics in harbors and shallow seas. Our research shows that the employed method is straightforward, easy to understand, and highly efficient, providing valuable insights into the equation’s nature and its practical applications.