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
Atlascope Boston
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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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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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2023 award winner
Huntington Theatre
Back Bay
Revival Styles
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NEWS & EVENTS

Event: Touring the Modernist Gem - Tent City
“Love is showing the important things that they matter.” A…
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Protecting South Boston’s Historic Shoreline
Written by James MealeyLast week’s record low…
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What we’ve done

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2017 award winner
Philosophy Mural, Boston Public Library
Back Bay
Boston Landmark District, National Register Historic District
Completed

French painter Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (1824-1898) is held in regard as one of the greatest…
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2021 award winner
Frances Appleton Pedestrian Bridge
Beacon Hill
New Construction
Completed
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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: