Each year the Boston Preservation Alliance presents the Preservation Achievement Awards to recognize a group of exemplary historic preservation projects or activities in Boston. The Alliance honors outstanding preservation projects of all scales and time periods, including the 20th century.
The Alliance will be accepting nominations for the 2026 Preservation Achievement Awards in spring 2026. A wide variety of projects will be considered, including but limited to:
Rehabilitation or restoration that preserves Boston’s architectural or cultural heritage
Adaptive reuse of existing historic resources
Parks, landscapes, and natural areas that have been preserved or restored
Exterior lighting, accessibility, and landscape design highlighting historic resources
Innovative energy efficiency and/or climate preparedness integration into historic fabric
Educational efforts that enhance the public’s understanding and appreciation of Boston’s historic built environment
