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
Pierce Building
Dorchester
Revival Styles
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2023 award winner
Illuminating the Unseen
North End
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2023 award winner
Upham's Corner Comfort Station
Dorchester
Revival Styles
Boston Landmark
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MGH Clinical and Campus Services Building
West End
New Construction
Under Review By City
Actively Engaged
Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) proposes expansion of its West End campus across two blocks on Cambridge Street.
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NEWS & EVENTS

CuraTour: Dorchester North Cemetery Open…
In partnership with the Dorchester Historical Society and…
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EVENT: 2024 Libations for Preservation
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What we’ve done

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2017 award winner
The Terminal Storage Building
Charlestown
National Register Historic District
Completed
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2016 award winner
Carriage House
Dorchester
Revival Styles
Completed

In 1894 when this charming carriage house was constructed, ancillary buildings like it were as…
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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: