2021 PreservationA nonprofit 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.
protecting places. promoting vibrancy. preserving character.
2021
award winner
The History Project–Stonewall…
Citywide
By highlighting dozens of Boston’s LGBTQ historic sites, these volunteers demonstrate how many stories and lessons of our past deserve to be preserved.
Boston Harbor Islands
Boston Harbor Islands
Monitoring
The 34 islands that make up the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area are home to beautiful nature and historic sites.
2021
award winner
Boston's Oldest Buildings…
Citywide
A delightful read, this book digs into Boston’s surviving and often hidden 17th and 18th century buildings with guaranteed surprises!
2003
award winner
Lenox Hotel
Back Bay
Beaux Arts Classicism
Completed
Because the original 1900 façade of the Lenox Hotel could not be salvaged due to extensive…
2006
award winner
John Adams Courthouse
Downtown/Financial District
Revival Styles
Boston Landmark, National Historic Landmark
Completed
The restoration of John Adams Courthouse reinstates a historic courthouse, which is listed on…