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Organization Region Year Grant Type
Town of Aquinnah
Southeast
2015
Capital

Grant: $280,000

Location: Aquinnah

Description: to relocate and restore the Gay Head Lighthouse and surrounding grounds.

Town of Barnstable
Southeast
2007
Feasibility

Grant: $18,800

Location: Barnstable

Description: for a feasibility analysis for a new performing arts center.

Town of Berlin
Central
2016
Capital
Exterior view of Berlin 1870 Town Hall

Grant: $242,000

Location: Berlin

Description: for site preparation, drainage and handicapped parking for an elevator addition to Berlin's 1870 Town Hall building.

Town of Bridgewater
Southeast
2019
Feasibility
Old Town Hall

Grant: $30,000

Location: Bridgewater

Description: to explore the adaptive reuse of the historic town hall building into a community cultural center.

Town of Canton
Southeast
2020
Feasibility
Historic copper rolling mill at the Paul Revere Heritage Site

Grant: $30,000

Location: Canton

Description: for a master plan of new institution, including visitor experience, organizational planning, schematic exhibit design, fundraising feasibility, and business plan.

Town of Canton
Southeast
2022
Capital
Exterior and grounds of the Paul Revere Museum of Discovery & Innovation

Grant: $200,000

Location: Canton

Description: for the final design of the Paul Revere Museum of Discovery & Innovation.

Town of Falmouth
Southeast
2007
Capital

Grant: $173,000

Location: Falmouth

Description: for design and reconstruction of the Falmouth Bandshell to bring it up to safety and accessibility codes, increase the stage size, and add improved lighting systems.

Town of Groveland
Northeast
2023
Feasibility
Lawn before Lucile's Cottage at Veasey Memorial Park

Grant: $35,000

Location: Groveland

Description: To study feasibility for development of an arts and nature space at Veasey Memorial Park in Groveland.

Town of Hamilton
Northeast
2014
Feasibility

Grant: $7,000

Location: Hamilton

Description: to determine whether a nonprofit should be established to manage the town-owned Patton Homstead, a gift from Joanne Holbrook Patton, widow of Major General George Patton and daughter-in-law of WWII General George Patton.

Town of Hamilton
Northeast
2014
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Hamilton

Description: for a capital needs assessment of the building and its mechanical systems.

Town of Harvard
Central
2018
Capital
Hapgood Library

Grant: $192,000

Location: Harvard

Description: to renovate and make accessibility upgrades to the Hapgood Library, a community arts and cultural center in Harvard.

Town of Harvard
Central
2018
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Harvard

Description: for a 20-year capital needs assessment of the building and its mechanical systems.

Town of Harvard
Central
2021
Capital
The Old Hapgood Library building

Grant: $200,000

Location: Harvard

Description: for the water infiltration via gutter, masonry, and slate roof repair/replacement at a community arts-cultural center.

Town of Heath
Western
2024
Capital
Exterior or historic building with white siding and steeples in the historic center of the Town of Heath

Grant: $17,000

Location: Heath

Description: To rebuild and preserve the original paned windows in a 150 year old cultural and social building in the Town's center historic district.

Town of Hopedale
Central
2024
Feasibility
Street view of the Town Hall

Grant: $28,000

Location: Hopedale

Description: For architectural and engineering plans to renovate the historic town hall auditorium into a new cultural performing arts center.

Town of Leicester Historical Commission
Central
2021
Systems

Grant: $12,500

Location: Leicester

Description: for a systems replacement plan.

Town of Lenox
Western
2021
Capital
Mezzanine of the 1816 Lenox Library

Grant: $200,000

Location: Lenox

Description: for the completion of a structural stabilization project for the historic 1816 Lenox Library, with particular emphasis on the preservation of the unique Dome Room Ceiling.

Town of Lexington
Metrowest
2019
Capital
Rendering of Visitors Center

Grant: $200,000

Location: Lexington

Description: for a new energy-efficient, accessible Visitors Center on the Lexington Green.

Town of Marblehead
Northeast
2021
Capital
Fort Sewall

Grant: $30,000

Location: Marblehead

Description: for the preservation and renovation of the 1644 Fort Sewall to full ADA standards including ramps, railings and fences.

Town of Marblehead Fort Sewall Oversight Committee
Northeast
2019
Capital
Fort Sewall

Grant: $150,000

Location: Marblehead

Description: for renovations to the 1644 Fort Sewall, one of the oldest coastal fortifications in the U.S. The project includes accessibility upgrades and improvements to the historical interpretation of the site.

Town of Medfield
Metrowest
2016
Feasibility

Grant: $17,400

Location: Medfield

Description: to conduct a market analysis and explore the adaptive reuse of two buildings.

Town of Medfield
Metrowest
2018
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Medfield

Description: for the schematic design to renovate two historic buildings and an addition to connect them, to create a multidiscipline performing arts, education, and event space at the former Medfield State Hospital.

Town of Middleborough
Southeast
2016
Capital
Exterior of the Oliver Estate in Middleborough

Grant: $28,000

Location: Middleborough

Description: to address handicap accessibility needs and repair the facility's septic system.

Town of Middleborough
Southeast
2020
Capital
Aerial view of the historic Oliver Estate

Grant: $20,000

Location: Middleborough

Description: to restore the carriage house doors, install a new furnace and replace the gutters at the Oliver Estate.

Town of Monterey
Western
2024
Feasibility
Front façade of the Monterey Community Center

Grant: $33,000

Location: Monterey

Description: For architectural and engineering plans for the construction of new open air pavilion as part of the Monterey Community Center.

Town of Mount Washington
Western
2023
Capital
Antique desks and chairs along the walls of the historic North Schoolhouse

Grant: $137,000

Location: Mount Washington

Description: To move the historic North Schoolhouse from its remote site to the center of town, where it will be restored and used as a year-round cultural venue.

Town of Provincetown
Southeast
2024
Feasibility
Provincetown Public Library

Grant: $18,000

Location: Provincetown

Description: To study the viability of "the Shed," an auxiliary building at the Provincetown Public Library, to become a dedicated space for programming.

Town of Royalston
Central
2013
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Royalston

Description: for a 20-year capital needs assessment of the building and its mechanical systems.

Town of Royalston
Central
2016
Capital
Exterior of Royalston Town Hall

Grant: $183,000

Location: Royalston

Description: for accessibility renovations of Roylaston town hall's second floor hall and stage.

Town of Sandwich
Southeast
2024
Capital
Front exterior of Federal style Sandwich Town Hall

Grant: $200,000

Location: Sandwich

Description: For exterior repairs, historic window replacements, and to expand gallery, program, and office space in the future home of the Sandwich Arts Alliance at Town Hall.

Town of Shelburne
Western
2023
Capital
Wooden seating inside the Shelburne Memorial Hall

Grant: $187,000

Location: Shelburne

Description: To renovate Memorial Hall's second floor theater including accessibility improvements and the design, rehabilitation and replacement of the theater’s 100+ year-old wooden floors and seating.

Town of Spencer
Central
2024
Capital
Presentation at the Richard Sugden Public Library in Spencer

Grant: $100,000

Location: Spencer

Description: For repairs to the exterior envelope of the Richard Sugden Public Library.

Town of Sterling
Central
2018
Capital
Sterling Town Hall

Grant: $100,000

Location: Sterling

Description: to support the renovation of the Great Hall in the 1835 Town Hall, including interior, electrical and roof repairs.

Town of Warwick
Western
2021
Capital
Former Warwick Community School

Grant: $20,000

Location: Warwick

Description: for the creation of a fully accessible open-air regional venue for public drama, dance, music, and art programming.

Town of Wrentham
Southeast
2024
Systems
Old Fiske Museum

Grant: $8,000

Location: Wrentham

Description: For a 20 year capital needs assessment.

Triplex Cinema
Western
2024
Capital
Theater seating at the Triplex Cinema

Grant: $200,000

Location: Great Barrington

Description: To support the reopening their second largest theater by making the building ADA-compliant and improving health and safety measures.

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Southeast
2021
Capital
Edgewood Farm Barn

Grant: $180,000

Location: Truro

Description: for the completion of the renovations to the Edgewood Farm campus, including construction of a new 2-story printmaking and painting studio and other site improvements.

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Southeast
2023
Capital
Flowers before a fence on the Edgewood Farm Campus of the Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill

Grant: $147,000

Location: Truro

Description: For renovations at the Edgewood Farm including the installation of a lift, construction of an outdoor community gathering deck, and repairs to the parking lot.

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Southeast
2007
Capital

Grant: $83,000

Location: Truro

Description: for the restoration and preservation of a former windmill, built in 1901, and a barn, built in 1882. These improvements will allow the Center to respond to audience demand for year-round services.

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Southeast
2011
Capital

Grant: $219,000

Location: Truro

Description: for the acquisition of a building located on the campus. The addition of the building will increase the organization's capacity to provide its arts education programs.

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Southeast
2014
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Truro

Description: for an acquisition feasibility study of Edgewood Farm in Truro, MA for the purposes of developing a residency program.

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Southeast
2015
Capital

Grant: $600,000

Location: Truro

Description: for the acquisition and renovation of Edgewood Farm, an 11+ acre property located in Truro, MA, for the purposes of expansion and developing an artist's residency program.

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Southeast
2016
Capital
Exterior of Edgewood Farm

Grant: $294,000

Location: Truro

Description: to repair and reconfigure buildings on its newly acquired Edgewood Farm into an art center and artist residency program spaces.

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Southeast
2018
Capital
Joyce Johnson House

Grant: $100,000

Location: Truro

Description: to support renovations to the Joyce Johnson House, accessibility improvements to the Edgewood Farm, and site work on the Meetinghouse Road campus.

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Southeast
2020
Capital
Buildings on campus at Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill

Grant: $100,000

Location: Truro

Description: to complete the renovation of several buildings (woodshop, barn and cottage) on the Edgewood Farm campus as well as undeveloped land planning (for the eventual creation of an outdoor performance space), the completion of Joyce Johnson House as a live/work

Truro Historical Society & Museum
Southeast
2018
Capital
Highland House

Grant: $200,000

Location: Truro

Description: for the installation of a climate controlled heating & cooling system in the collection room of artworks & historic documents and an elevator providing ADA access to the second floor exhibition rooms.

Truro Historical Society & Museum
Southeast
2018
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Truro

Description: for a 20-year capital needs assessment of the building and its mechanical systems.

Truro Historical Society & Museum
Southeast
2020
Capital
Front exterior and porch of the Highland House Museum

Grant: $150,000

Location: Truro

Description: to complete the installation of an elevator, replace cedar roof shingles and wood trim, repair a chimney and selected wall and ceilings, install a fire suppression system, and upgrade the fire and security systems.

Trustees of Reservations
Greater Boston
2022
Capital
The Great House at Castle Hill in Ipswich

Grant: $200,000

Location: Boston

Description: for exterior repairs to the Great House at Castle Hill in Ipswich.

Umbrella Arts Center
Metrowest
2023
Capital
People working in the ceramics studio

Grant: $76,000

Location: Concord

Description: To expand ceramics classrooms and studios.

United States Naval Shipbuilding Museum
Greater Boston
2022
Capital
USS Salem

Grant: $50,000

Location: Quincy

Description: to update the cathodic protection electrical system and fire safety on the USS Salem.

University of Massachusetts Amherst Fine Arts Center
Western
2016
Capital
Interior of the Fine Arts Center at UMASS Amherst

Grant: $100,000

Location: Amherst

Description: to renovate its 704-seat proscenium theater, providing dressing rooms, wardrobe, green room, and storage space.

University of Massachusetts Amherst Fine Arts Center
Western
2021
Capital
Bowker Auditorum

Grant: $60,000

Location: Amherst

Description: to replace the HVAC system in Bowker Auditorium, a space dedicated to arts and cultural events, and for additional accessibility renovations to the Box Office.

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Foundation
Southeast
2017
Feasibility

Grant: $28,000

Location: Dartmouth

Description: for a feasiblity study to prioritize capital improvements to the Star Store Gallery, including a market study and facilities audit.

Urban Media Arts
Greater Boston
2023
Feasibility
People walking past the front façade of Community Access Television for Malden

Grant: $17,000

Location: Malden

Description: For a feasibility study to upgrade, modernize and improve existing structures to become ADA accessible, energy efficient and sustainable.

Urbanity Dance
Greater Boston
2015
Capital

Grant: $20,000

Location: Boston

Description: for the construction of a soundproof ceiling in the new studio space at 1180 Washington Street.

Urbanity Dance
Greater Boston
2020
Capital
Still of an acrobatic dance performance

Grant: $15,000

Location: Boston

Description: to install privacy coverings, wall dividers between office and studio space, for the removal of stationary office furniture, and for improved Marley flooring.

USS Constitution Museum
Greater Boston
2024
Capital
Collection storage space at the USS Constitution Museum

Grant: $94,000

Location: Boston

Description: For a new HVAC system in collection storage space.

USS Constitution Museum
Greater Boston
2007
Capital

Grant: $55,900

Location: Boston

Description: for improvements to the museum including renovations of the front doors, lobby, front desk, first floor bathrooms and theater to make them ADA compliant; and for the remodeling of the museum's store.

USS Constitution Museum
Greater Boston
2013
Capital
Exterior of USS Constitution Museum

Grant: $32,394

Location: Boston

Description: to improve audience services including urgent repairs to the HVAC system, renovating the store, replacing worn doors, and upgrading wiring to improve technology systems.

USS Constitution Museum
Greater Boston
2014
Capital

Grant: $70,000

Location: Boston

Description: for a renovation of its theater including upgraded sound, projection, lighting, and climate control systems.

USS Constitution Museum
Greater Boston
2018
Capital

Grant: $200,000

Location: Boston

Description: to replace six air handlers and a boiler, and to add a solar hot water system.

USS Massachusetts Memorial Committee
Southeast
2014
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Fall River

Description: to determine feasibility of a new building project in advance of a major rebuilding to create a new museum standard facility.

USS Massachusetts Memorial Committee
Southeast
2023
Capital
The U.S.S. Massachusetts

Grant: $20,000

Location: Fall River

Description: To restore the Steward's Berthing Compartment aboard the USS Massachusetts and create signage exploring the history of segregation in the United States Navy.

Valley Light Opera
Western
2020
Capital
People in royal garb as a part of a performance at Valley Light Opera

Grant: $16,000

Location: Amherst

Description: for a new roof and related repairs of the storage barn where VLO stores sets, props, and costumes essential for the organization's productions.

ValleyCAST!
Central
2009
Capital

Grant: $160,000

Location: Douglas

Description: for renovations to Whitin Mill site buildings including theater lighting improvements, installation of assistive listening equipment, and museum climate control improvements to protect displays.

Ventfort Hall Association
Western
2024
Capital
View of the exterior of the brick

Grant: $149,000

Location: Lenox

Description: To repair and rebuild four chimneys on the mansion roof.

Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum
Western
2007
Capital

Grant: $120,000

Location: Lenox

Description: to help with the stabilization and restoration of the historic Ventfort Hall mansion's deteriorating exterior west brick wall and its second floor. This project will allow the Ventfort Hall Association to open up more of the mansion to visitors for public

Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum
Western
2015
Feasibility

Grant: $35,000

Location: Lenox

Description: for consulting to: a) develop a historic structures report and a maintenance plan and b) improve our fundraising ability in order to support the restoration and the maintenance of the existing structure and of new equipment.

Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum
Western
2017
Capital
Ventfort Hall

Grant: $125,000

Location: Lenox

Description: for the installation of an elevator and to support exterior stabilization repairs.

Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture
Greater Boston
2018
Capital
Vilna Shul

Grant: $200,000

Location: Boston

Description: to support renovations and accessibility upgrades to create a welcome center on the first floor of the historic synagogue turned community center.

Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture
Greater Boston
2018
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Boston

Description: for a 20-year capital needs assessment of the building and its mechanical systems.

Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture
Greater Boston
2024
Capital
Front façade of the Vilna Shul

Grant: $167,000

Location: Boston

Description: To repair and restore the front plaza, which also serves as a roof over the basement below with its restroom and mechanical room.

Walpole Footlighters
Southeast
2011
Capital

Grant: $15,000

Location: Walpole

Description: to improve fire safety and security. The work will include the installation of a sprinkler system, alarm system upgrades, and the replacement of all stage curtains with flame retardant material.

Waterfront Historic Area League of New Bedford
Southeast
2015
Feasibility

Grant: $17,000

Location: New Bedford

Description: for an architectural and financial feasibility study of historic buildings in downtown's Cultural District for an Arts and Cultural co-work space, makerspace and Art Gallery to empower organizations and artists devoted to downtown New Bedford's creative e

Waterfront Historic Area League of New Bedford
Southeast
2016
Capital
Drawing of exterior for new co-creative center

Grant: $100,000

Location: New Bedford

Description: to renovate a vacant historic building for the creation of a Co-creative Center, to include a community gallery, co-work space and artists education and makerspace.

Waterfront Historic Area League of New Bedford
Southeast
2019
Capital
The Steeple Playhouse

Grant: $200,000

Location: New Bedford

Description: to restore the historic 1829 First Baptist Church in downtown New Bedford for the "Steeple Playhouse;" a collaborative performing arts venue operated by Your Theatre, Inc.

Waterfront Historic Area League of New Bedford
Southeast
2020
Capital
Exterior of the former First Baptist Church

Grant: $200,000

Location: New Bedford

Description: to complete the 2nd phase of a restoration/conversion of an 1829 historic First Baptist Church into the "Steeple Playhouse", a performing arts center with a black box performance theater and exhibition space.

Waterfront Historic Area League of New Bedford
Southeast
2022
Capital
Steeple Playhouse exterior façade

Grant: $200,000

Location: New Bedford

Description: to complete the final restoration phase of the historic First Baptist Church, scheduled to open its doors as the new performing arts center, "Steeple Playhouse."

Wayland Historical Society
Metrowest
2024
Capital
Front of the Grout-Heard House Museum

Grant: $26,000

Location: Wayland

Description: For a new heat pump system and electrical upgrades at the Grout-Heard House Museum.

WBUR Public Radio
Greater Boston
2018
Capital

Grant: $200,000

Location: Boston

Description: to support the creation of CitySpace on the first floor of the studios, which will become a multidisciplinary presentation, discussion and performance venue.

Wellesley Historical Society
Metrowest
2024
Capital
Front entrance to the Stanwood House

Grant: $200,000

Location: Wellesley

Description: For an accessible ramp, HVAC system, to convert the basement into the main collection storage space, and to construct a stairway at the Stanwood House, which will serve as the new Wellesley History Center.

Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater
Southeast
2007
Capital

Grant: $600,000

Location: Wellfleet

Description: for the construction of a new, 200-seat performing arts and cultural center.

Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater
Southeast
2016
Capital

Grant: $50,000

Location: Wellfleet

Description: to replace the organization's performance venue, a Pavilion tent with expanded usage.

Wellfleet Historical Society
Southeast
2016
Capital
Exterior of Wellfleet Historical Society Museum

Grant: $100,000

Location: Wellfleet

Description: to renovate a newly-acquired building, integrating it into existing facilities.

Wellfleet Historical Society
Southeast
2020
Capital
Storefront exterior at Wellfleet Historical Society

Grant: $200,000

Location: Wellfleet

Description: to improve accessibility and create a new entrance reception area, restrooms, as well as expand gallery and program space, and to improve archival storage, safety, fire, and heating systems.

Wellfleet Preservation Hall
Southeast
2009
Feasibility

Grant: $37,500

Location: Wellfleet

Description: for the feasibiltiy of sustainable and green building options.

Wellfleet Preservation Hall
Southeast
2011
Capital

Grant: $245,000

Location: Wellfleet

Description: to complete the restoration of the 1912 facility. The project includes outfitting the Hall with theater lighting and sound equipment, a film projector and screen, flexible theater seating, and security systems.

Wellfleet Preservation Hall
Southeast
2018
Capital
Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Grant: $200,000

Location: Wellfleet

Description: to support expanded office, meeting and storage space, as well as landscaping and roof repairs.

Wellfleet Preservation Hall
Southeast
2018
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Wellfleet

Description: for a 20-year capital needs assessment of the building and its mechanical systems.

Wenham Museum
Northeast
2012
Capital

Grant: $16,875

Location: Wenham

Description: for the replacement of two HVAC units and their corresponding humidifying units.

West End Museum
Greater Boston
2022
Capital
Gallery Space

Grant: $200,000

Location: Boston

Description: to reconfigure the museum entrance and for renovations to exhibition and programming space.

West Falmouth Library
Southeast
2015
Capital

Grant: $250,000

Location: Falmouth

Description: for an addition to provide improved accessibility, restoration of the historic library building, renovation of the 1972 portion of the building, a fire suppression system and new outdoor space.

West Falmouth Library
Southeast
2023
Capital
Outside the West Falmouth Library

Grant: $28,000

Location: Falmouth

Description: For the replacement of three HVAC units.

West Newton Cinema Foundation
Greater Boston
2023
Feasibility
Marquee of the West Newton Cinema

Grant: $35,000

Location: Newton

Description: For business planning, and architectural and engineering services.

West Newton Cinema Foundation
Greater Boston
2023
Systems
Marquee of the West Newton Cinema

Grant: $8,000

Location: Newton

Description: For a 20 year capital needs assessment.

West Stockbridge Historical Society
Western
2015
Capital

Grant: $40,000

Location: West Stockbridge

Description: for base work for ADA access, including rebuilding front foundation and sills, repair cellar joists and columns, and waterproof cellar floor.

West Stockbridge Historical Society
Western
2017
Capital
1854 Town Hall

Grant: $90,000

Location: West Stockbridge

Description: for the renovation and expansion of the 1854 town hall to install an ADA compliant eleavotr and bathrooms, as well as electrical and plumbing upgrades.

West Stockbridge Historical Society
Western
2020
Capital
Front facade of the West Stockbridge Historical Society

Grant: $80,000

Location: West Stockbridge

Description: to restore the 1914 Old Town Hall's metal roof, cupola, chimney, doors, and windows.

Westfield Museum
Western
2013
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Westfield

Description: for a Systems Replacement Plan

Westfield State University
Western
2022
Capital
Rendering of the new Dever Stage Lobby Area

Grant: $100,000

Location: Westfield

Description: for seating and other crucial updates to the Dever Stage.

Westport River Watershed Alliance
Southeast
2015
Capital

Grant: $450,000

Location: Westport

Description: to restrore and convert the Head Garage to be a new Science and Education Center and headquarters.

WGBH Educational Foundation
Greater Boston
2007
Capital
WGBH's Digital Mural

Grant: $140,000

Location: Boston

Description: for the construction of a large LED screen and other descriptive panels on the exterior of WGBH's new building in Brighton. The digital mural is seen by a weekly average of 500 people and features a series of Boston landmarks and events.

WGBY TV 57
Western
2015
Capital

Grant: $100,000

Location: Springfield

Description: to replace outdated and inefficient audio and lighting equipment in our studios.

Wheelock College
Greater Boston
2007
Feasibility

Grant: $37,500

Location: Boston

Description: for a feasibility study to investigate the renovation and expansion of the Wheelock Family Theatre facility.

Wheelock College
Greater Boston
2014
Capital

Grant: $100,000

Location: Boston

Description: for improvements to the Wheelock Family Theatre, including new audience seating and state-of-the-art lighting systems.

Whistler House Museum of Art
Northeast
2021
Capital
Inside the Main Dining Room

Grant: $200,000

Location: Lowell

Description: for the renovation and expansion of the 200 year old Whistler House, home to the oldest arts organization in the US, to construct a new multi-functional gallery, classrooms, and art center.

White Heron Theatre Company
Southeast
2022
Capital
Exterior Façade

Grant: $70,000

Location: Nantucket

Description: for upgraded HVAC systems.

Whitfield-Manjiro Friendship Society
Southeast
2015
Capital

Grant: $50,000

Location: Fairhaven

Description: to transform the carriage house adjacent to Capt. Wm. Whitfield's historic home into an educational/cultural center.

Whitfield-Manjiro Friendship Society
Southeast
2022
Capital
Front exterior of the Whitfield-Manjiro Friendship Society

Grant: $80,000

Location: Fairhaven

Description: to renovate an 1800's carriage house into a cultural center.

Williamstown Theatre Festival
Western
2011
Capital

Grant: $53,000

Location: Williamstown

Description: to renovate and outfit a new scene shop facility. The work will focus on general renovations and accessibility for the carpentry shop, metal shop, paint shop, office space, and prop storage.

Williamstown Theatre Festival
Western
2016
Feasibility

Grant: $8,750

Location: Williamstown

Description: to conduct a search for a new scene shop and rehearsal space.

Williamstown Theatre Festival
Western
2021
Capital
Vacant interior of a former Price Chopper building

Grant: $200,000

Location: Williamstown

Description: for the purchase and renovation of a former grocery store in North Adams to be used as a permanent facility for constructing theatrical sets.

Winchester Historical Society
Metrowest
2023
Capital
Staircase in the Sanborn House and Cultural Center

Grant: $33,000

Location: Winchester

Description: To repair three chimneys on the Sanborn House and Cultural Center.

Windhover Foundation
Northeast
2021
Capital
Exterior façade

Grant: $30,000

Location: Rockport

Description: to excavate and install water and sewer lines to the bathroom and kitchen buildings on five acres of land.

Windhover Performing Arts Center
Northeast
2014
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Rockport

Description: for the design and plans to link two exisiting buildings and convert them into a state of the art indoor performance space for dance.

Windhover Performing Arts Center
Northeast
2014
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Rockport

Description: for a capital needs assessment of the building and its mechanical systems.

Wistariahurst Museum
Western
2020
Capital
Exterior and lawn of the Wistariahaurst Museum

Grant: $110,000

Location: Holyoke

Description: to update decaying and unsafe electrical wiring at Wistariahurst.

Wistariahurst Museum
Western
2007
Capital

Grant: $414,000

Location: Holyoke

Description: for construction that will rehabilitate and make the Wistariahurst Carriage House accessible for increased use, including structural work on the interior to create an exhibit space, meeting space, and climate-controlled archives.

Woburn Public Library
Northeast
2015
Capital

Grant: $525,000

Location: Woburn

Description: to repair and renovate 1,720 sq. ft. of the original 1879 art gallery, museum and related storage space as part of an overall $30 million 38,00 sq. ft. restoration and expansion of the Woburn Public Library.

Woods Hole Public Library
Southeast
2019
Systems
Woods Hole Public Library

Grant: $7,000

Location: Falmouth

Description: for a systems replacement plan.

Worcester Art Museum
Central
2022
Capital
Worcester Art Museum

Grant: $179,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for new integrated sprinkler systems.

Worcester Art Museum
Central
2009
Capital
Museum interior

Grant: $310,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for renovation of an existing studio into a 130-seat public lecture hall, construction of a new barrier-free entrance, and upgrades to the existing Museum Café.

Worcester Art Museum
Central
2013
Capital
Interior of Worcester Art Museum

Grant: $100,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to retrofit ADA compliant access ramps at the two main Museum entrances and a centrally located elevator at the Lancaster Lobby.

Worcester Art Museum
Central
2016
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to develop a comprehensive master plan in order to improve existing facilities' efficiency and re-vision the future of the museum.

Worcester Art Museum
Central
2019
Capital
Worcester Art Museum

Grant: $170,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for new ADA-compliant glass gallery doors and climate control system upgrades.

Worcester Art Museum
Central
2020
Capital
Renaissance Court at the Worcester Art Museum

Grant: $200,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to address access, security, and safety improvements and to renovate stairs at the museum's entrance.

Worcester Art Museum
Central
2021
Capital
Front façade and entrance

Grant: $200,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to address a combination of deferred maintenance needs, ADA upgrades, and required COVID-19 facility improvements, including bathroom renovations and a comprehensive window and skylight replacement program for WAM's Higgins Education Wing.

Worcester Center for Crafts
Central
2014
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for planning and assessment of enhancing and relocating the New Street Glass Studio to the Sagamore Road Campus.

Worcester Center for Crafts
Central
2018
Capital

Grant: $30,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for upgraded equipment in the glass blowing studio.

Worcester Center for Crafts
Central
2019
Capital
Worcester Center for Crafts

Grant: $45,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to demolish a street-facing derelict building, renovate the exterior of the main building to aid visibility, create a new system of signage, and landscape to attract new audiences in the neighborhood.

Worcester Center for Crafts
Central
2021
Capital
Artists making pottery

Grant: $70,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to replace flooring, lighting, and cracked walkways; repair ceilings, rusted columns and gutters; to repair and paint exterior trim, courtyard and walls; for tree removal, and to create green outdoor event space.

Worcester Center for Crafts
Central
2022
Capital
Interior hallway under construction

Grant: $90,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for updated electrical systems, HVAC, flooring, signage, and for Courtyard renovations including regrading, landscaping, and new shelter cover.

Worcester Center for the Performing Arts
Central
2007
Capital
Theater interior

Grant: $675,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to restore the Poli Palace Theatre and transform it into a modern 2,300-seat performing arts center to host concerts, Broadway tours, family shows, and performances by local arts organizations.

Worcester Center for the Performing Arts
Central
2009
Capital
Rendering of Poli Palace Theatre interior

Grant: $62,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for renovations including the installation of a lift to accommodate additional top-tier seating, restoration of a private reception space, and installation of a Wurlitzer organ.

Worcester Center for the Performing Arts
Central
2012
Capital
Interior of Hanover Theatre

Grant: $14,839

Location: Worcester

Description: for improving the auditorium's HVAC system to reduce energy usage and installation of an HVAC system in the box office to improve the work environment for employees.

Worcester Center for the Performing Arts
Central
2015
Capital
Worcester Center for Performing Arts

Grant: $600,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for the development of the building adjacent to the theatre, at 551 Main Street.

Worcester Center for the Performing Arts
Central
2017
Capital
Hanover Theatre Conservatory & Events Center

Grant: $125,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for the installation of an elevator and to support urgent exterior stabilization repairs.

Worcester Center for the Performing Arts
Central
2018
Capital

Grant: $97,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for upgraded lighting, energy and security systems, and for exterior door replacements.

Worcester Community Cable Access
Central
2013
Feasibility

Grant: $25,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for planning expenses associated with the expansion and renovations of the current facility to have an auditorium-studio for live audience television/audio recordings, a new classroom for media arts training, and additional improvements.

Worcester Community Cable Access
Central
2018
Capital

Grant: $200,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for new HVAC systems, and to renovate the façade and entrance of the building.

Worcester Community Cable Access
Central
2018
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for a 20-year capital needs assessment of the building and its mechanical systems.

Worcester County Mechanics Association
Central
2011
Capital
Interior of Mechanics Hall

Grant: $75,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to restore the 1864 E. & G.G. Hook Brothers tracker organ and replace theater chairs.

Worcester County Mechanics Association
Central
2014
Capital
Interior of Mechanics Hall

Grant: $140,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to Worcester County Mechanics Association for design and installation of an exterior lighting system to Mechanics Hall, as well as lobby and restroom renovations.

Worcester County Mechanics Association
Central
2016
Capital
Interior of the Great Hall of Worcester County Mechanics Hall

Grant: $163,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to install LED exterior up-lighting, an HVAC system, and to restore the Great Hall Stage and Main Street Lobby, vestibule, and promenade space.

Worcester County Mechanics Association
Central
2022
Capital
Mechanics Hall Façade

Grant: $160,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for upgraded sound and lighting systems in the Great Hall and Washburn Hall.

Worcester Cultural Coalition
Central
2018
Capital

Grant: $200,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to construct a Black Box performance space, and a multi purpose gallery and workshop area.

Worcester Historical Museum
Central
2007
Feasibility

Grant: $37,500

Location: Worcester

Description: for a business plan and partnership model plan for the development of the Worcester/Blackstone Visitor Center.

Worcester Historical Museum
Central
2012
Feasibility

Grant: $18,500

Location: Worcester

Description: for design work to inform options for a new accessible entrance, increased gallery space as well as financial feasibility analysis.

Worcester Historical Museum
Central
2016
Capital
Exterior of Worcester Historical Museum

Grant: $100,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to replace the roofs of both the Museum and Salisbury Mansion.

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