protecting places. promoting vibrancy. preserving character.

A nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that protects and improves the quality of Boston’s architectural heritage. Through advocacy and education, we bring people and organizations together to influence the future of Boston’s historic buildings, landscapes, and communities.

What we’re doing

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2023 award winner
The Edward A. Hatch Memorial Shell Dome Rehabilita…
Beacon Hill
Art Deco
Boston Landmark
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Buckminster Hotel
Fenway/Kenmore
Revival Styles
Under Review By City
Actively Engaged
Hotel Buckminster represents the development of Kenmore Square at the turn of the 20th century, and today remains the oldest historic building at the western end of the square.
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2023 award winner
Pierce Building
Dorchester
Revival Styles
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17-23 West Street
Downtown/Financial District
New Construction
Under Review By City
Actively Engaged
17-23 West Street in the historic Ladder Blocks of Downtown Boston is currently an empty parcel used for surface parking.
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NEWS & EVENTS

Tiny Story: Club Cafe
Written by Caelan Schretzmayer  Being a summer…
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EVENT: Preservation Chatter 2024
RegisterWhat: Preservation Chatter 2024When: June 18, 6 pm…
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What we’ve done

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2022 award winner
Christian Science Plaza
Back Bay
Boston Landmark
Completed
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2003 award winner
Paige Academy
Roxbury
Revival Styles
National Register Historic District
Completed

Built in 1859, this 3-story Italianate double house is a contributing
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“The quality of our architectural heritage, its pedestrian scale—we have some of the greatest streets in this nation.”
— Howard Elkus —
“We all want progress in Eastie, but we do want to see history preserved.”
— Meg Grady, East Boston resident —
“There’s a reason why this bridge is still here. It means something to Bostonians.”
— Greg Galer —
Thank you to all our corporate members, including: