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The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art, New England Chapter

It does so through education, publication, and advocacy.

The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art is the leading nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the classical tradition in architecture, urbanism and their allied arts.

06/16/2026

The Smith Residence in Dedham, Massachusetts - a Greek Revival home designed by Dell Mitchell Architects and honored with the 2010 Bulfinch Award for both Architecture and Landscape Architecture. 🏛️

Last Thursday, ICAA New England members had the rare opportunity to tour the house and grounds, guided by Dell Mitchell on the interiors and John Haven of LeBlanc Jones Landscape Architects through the gardens, terraces, and long views that frame the hilltop site.🌳

The house draws on classical principles of symmetry, proportion, and sequence - and seeing it in person makes clear why it endures as a model of contemporary classical design.

06/12/2026

Yesterday we stepped inside something special.
A sneak peek at the Smith Residence - a Greek Revival gem in Dedham designed by Dell Mitchell Architects and recipient of the 2010 Bulfinch Award. Full photo recap coming soon.

06/05/2026

In the 1870s and 1880s, the Ames family commissioned H.H. Richardson to transform North Easton, Massachusetts - and what he left behind remains one of the greatest concentrations of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture in America.

On May 2nd, members of the ICAA New England Chapter had the rare opportunity to explore five of these sites up close: the Ames Free Library (1877), Oakes Ames Memorial Hall (1881), the North Easton Train Station (1881), the Ames Gate Lodge (1881), and Spring Hill - the William Hadwen Ames Estate, whose grounds were designed by the Olmsted Brothers and are currently undergoing an extensive restoration.
The tour was generously led by Christopher DeOrsay of DeOrsay Campbell Smith Architects.

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06/02/2026

On Saturday, May 30th, ICAA New England members and guests gathered at ART Architects () for an Introduction to Travel Sketching, a hands-on workshop led by JB Clancy () and Duran Fernandez-O’Brien ()

The morning began in the studio, where participants explored foundational techniques for capturing places quickly and expressively. After a shared lunch, the group headed out to Quincy Market to put those skills to work, sketchbooks open, pencils up, eyes on one of Boston’s most storied civic spaces.

Travel sketching is one of the oldest tools in the classical tradition. To draw a building is to truly see it. We’re grateful to JB and Duran for sharing their expertise, and to everyone who joined - beginners and experienced drawers alike.

🔗 Link in bio for more upcoming programs.

05/21/2026

On April 30th, ICAA New England Chapter President Nancy Berry joined Lady Elinor Crane at the Boston Design Center’s Spring Market for a keynote conversation on the interiors of Bunny Mellon - a beautiful look at how one design icon’s vision continues to inspire. Though Sir Peter Crane was unable to join, his presence was felt throughout.

The conversation was a perfect reflection of this year’s theme: Living Forward, the past as the blueprint for the future. We couldn’t think of a more fitting stage for our chapter’s work. 🌷

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05/16/2026

What an evening! On Monday, May 11th members of the ICAA New England Chapter were proud to join the ICAA at 42nd St for the 45th Annual Arthur Ross Awards, a spectacular night celebrating excellence in classical and traditional architecture, art, and design.

Thank you to everyone who made the evening so memorable. We are already looking forward to next year!

📷 Jared Siskin / Patrick McMullan via Getty Images
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05/15/2026

The ICAA has announced the winners of the 2026 Arthur Ross Awards for Excellence in the Classical Tradition - and what an extraordinary group they are.

Congratulations to this year’s deserving winners:
Architecture: Voith & Mactavish Architects
Artisanship & Craftsmanship: Thierry Goux, RINCKthierry
Interior Design: Craig & Company
Landscape: Hoerr Schaudt
Stewardship: The Frick Collection
Education: Alejandro García Hermida .arch
Learn more about this year’s winners at the link in bio

04/29/2026

From studio practice to signature voice; what does it really take to build a design brand with staying power?

Join Nancy Berry, Benjamin Johnston, and Dane Austin for a candid conversation on authorship, identity, and the evolution of a design point of view. An afternoon of insight, followed by a book signing and reception at

Visit bio link for RSVP.

May 6 · 1:00pm
Suite 332
Boston Design Center

04/23/2026

An evening of design, history, and sustainability ✨

Join the Harvard Club of Boston for a conversation with acclaimed designer and art historian Dr. Siddhartha V. Shah From the Tower of London to Althorp, Bulmer’s work brings new life to historic spaces through craftsmanship, color, and environmentally conscious design.

🗓 6:00 PM reception | 6:30 PM talk + Q&A
🎟 $20 (includes light bites + beverages)
🔗 Limited tickets available — link in bio

04/03/2026

Call for Entries!

We’re now accepting submissions for the 2026 Bulfinch Awards—celebrating excellence in classical and traditional design across New England.

Submit your work by June 15, 2026. Visit the link in our bio for submission details, eligibility, and a look at last year’s award-winning projects and generous sponsors.

We look forward to seeing your work!

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Address

PO Box 74
Duxbury, MA
02331

Telephone

+16179132277

Website

http://www.classicist-ne.org/

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