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Organization Region Year Grant Type
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Greater Boston
2007
Capital
Interior of the Gardner Museum

Grant: $274,000

Location: Boston

Description: to complete phases two and three of a gallery lighting project, including new electrical and lighting systems resulting in better preservation of the collection.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Greater Boston
2011
Capital
Plans for the Gardner Museum's new wing

Grant: $250,000

Location: Boston

Description: to support the addition of a new wing, designed by Renzo Piano to open in early 2012. The wing will include an exhibition gallery, a 300-seat performance hall, dedicated orientation and classroom space, and expanded conservation labs and archival storage.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Greater Boston
2015
Capital
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

Grant: $250,000

Location: Boston

Description: to fully restore the Raphael Room gallery. The scope of work includes new floors, repairs to architectural details, new wall coverings, and new wiring.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Greater Boston
2017
Capital
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum courtyard

Grant: $225,000

Location: Boston

Description: to restore the east and west facades of the historic Gardner's Palace, including stucco, windows, and terra cotta roof tile.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2018
Capital

Grant: $60,000

Location: Becket

Description: for a roof replacement and accessibility updates to several campus facilities, and to complete the upgrade and outfitting of the Doris Duke Theatre.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2020
Capital

Grant: $200,000

Location: Becket

Description: for increased accessibility and improvements to production and safety systems in the Ted Shawn Theatre to bring the production elements and systems up to industry standards.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2021
Capital
Seating at the Ted Shawn Theatre

Grant: $200,000

Location: Becket

Description: for major upgrades to the historic Ted Shawn Theatre, and to support the planning for a new theatre to replace the Doris Duke Theatre (which was destroyed by a fire on November 17, 2020).

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2022
Capital
Site of the former Doris Duke Theatre and new theatre to be built

Grant: $200,000

Location: Becket

Description: for the development of a conceptual design and scope for a new 21st century creation/performance space to replace the Doris Duke Theatre, which was destroyed by a fire in November 2020.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2007
Capital

Grant: $104,000

Location: Becket

Description: to make structural repairs to the Ted Shawn Theatre, the centerpiece of the campus, and for expanding the parking areas.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2007
Feasibility

Grant: $33,750

Location: Becket

Description: for a master plan for the campus to address capital needs.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2009
Capital

Grant: $400,000

Location: Becket

Description: for campus improvements including construction of a new 2,000-square-foot performance stage to replace the 28-year-old Inside/Out stage, as well as several parking and grounds improvements.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2013
Capital

Grant: $122,563

Location: Becket

Description: to improve energy efficiency in four buildings, expand and renovate festival housing, and address compliance, efficiency and safety of equipment and systems.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2014
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Becket

Description: for the preparation of architectural plans, site and code review, capital campaign preparation, and operations impact of a new dance studio to benefit community and professional education programs.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2014
Capital

Grant: $130,000

Location: Becket

Description: to enhance energy efficiency and improve wheelchair accessibility of the site.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2016
Capital
Exterior of the Doris Duke Theatre at the Jacob?s Pillow Dance Festival

Grant: $158,000

Location: Becket

Description: to improve accessibility of the National Historic Landmark site, and enhance artist and audience experience in the Doris Duke Theatre.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Western
2017
Capital
Jacob?s Pillow Dance Festival Campus

Grant: $225,000

Location: Becket

Description: to construct the Perles Family Studio, which will be a new year-round dance facility.

Jamaica Plain Arts and Civic Center
Greater Boston
2015
Feasibility

Grant: $35,000

Location: Boston

Description: for Phase 1 schematic design work and market analysis for redevelopment of the former Blessed Sacrament church into the Jamaica Plain Arts and Civic Center.

Jamaica Plain Tuesday Club
Greater Boston
2015
Feasibility

Grant: $17,000

Location: Boston

Description: for a study on the adaptive reuse of the 1811 Ell to the historic 1760 Loring Greenough House. Potential rehabilitation of the Ell will enhance LGH community needs, provide space for public programs, and provide increased revenue.

James Arnold Mansion, Inc.
Southeast
2023
Systems
Brick exterior of the James Arnold Mansion

Grant: $11,000

Location: New Bedford

Description: For a 20 year capital needs assessment.

John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum Foundation
Southeast
2019
Capital
John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum

Grant: $50,000

Location: Barnstable

Description: To transform the second level of the Museum into a community and media space for civic, educational and cultural programming.

John Fitzgerald Kennedy Library Foundation
Greater Boston
2015
Capital
John F. Kennedy Library

Grant: $380,000

Location: Boston

Description: to overhaul and add to the Museum's technology infrastructure, including a new AV control room, interactive displays, and improved acoustics.

John Fitzgerald Kennedy Library Foundation
Greater Boston
2016
Capital
Exterior of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum

Grant: $100,000

Location: Boston

Description: for renovation of the Legacy Gallery

John Fitzgerald Kennedy Library Foundation
Greater Boston
2018
Capital
John F. Kennedy Library

Grant: $200,000

Location: Boston

Description: to support completion of the renovation and accessibility upgrades to the John F. Kennedy Library Legacy Gallery.

John Fitzgerald Kennedy Library Foundation
Greater Boston
2022
Feasibility
Children viewing exhibit

Grant: $35,000

Location: Boston

Description: for a formal revaluation of the permanent exhibits at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.

John Woodman Higgins Armory
Central
2007
Capital
Exterior view of the John Woodman Higgins Armory

Grant: $280,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to stabilize steel beams and paint and glaze of the museum's exterior.

Jones Library
Western
2022
Capital
Exterior building façade of the Jones Library

Grant: $200,000

Location: Amherst

Description: for upgraded mechanical systems and accessibility measures in the Burnett Art Gallery.

Joppa Flats Education Center
Northeast
2009
Capital

Grant: $145,000

Location: Newburyport

Description: for the renovation of existing unfinished second-floor space at Joppa Flats Education Center as a dedicated Children and Family classroom to support expanded children's programming.

Joy of Music Program
Central
2012
Capital
Exterior Joy of Music facility

Grant: $107,500

Location: Worcester

Description: for replacing a collapsed storm water drainage system and re-grading parking lot to keep water away from the building.

Joy of Music Program
Central
2014
Capital

Grant: $130,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to expand the capacity of its recital hall, improve acoustics, and install an HVAC system.

Joy of Music Program
Central
2018
Capital

Grant: $174,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to replace thermal windows throughout the building, and for the renovation of the front entrance and four rooms to expand teaching, storage and office space.

Joy of Music Program
Central
2018
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Worcester

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

Joy of Music Program
Central
2022
Capital
Shapiro Concert Hall

Grant: $200,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to improve the structural integrity of Joy of Music's building with additional support columns in the basement.

Kistner Foundation
Western
2021
Capital
Red Gate Farm Education Center

Grant: $200,000

Location: Ashfield

Description: for the renovation of the existing Program Building to create greater accessibility for the outdoor education programs and provide year long access to the farm.

Lafayette-Durfee Historical Foundation
Southeast
2007
Capital

Grant: $7,500

Location: Fall River

Description: for a central heating system, replacing fireplaces as the primary source of heat.

Lawrence History Center
Northeast
2022
Capital
Front façade

Grant: $105,000

Location: Lawrence

Description: for HVAC work in the main office and archival storage building.

Lesley University
Greater Boston
2007
Feasibility

Grant: $37,500

Location: Cambridge

Description: for a 12-18 month community input process to inform the university's vision for the relocation of a campus building.

Lesley University
Greater Boston
2011
Capital
Plans for Lesley University's new campus

Grant: $250,000

Location: Cambridge

Description: to support the creation of several art venues within a new arts campus in Porter Square.

Lesley University
Greater Boston
2019
Feasibility
Old Saint John's Chapel

Grant: $30,000

Location: Cambridge

Description: to study feasibility of converting the 1869 St. John's Chapel into a center that hosts publicly accessible arts and cultural events.

Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center
Greater Boston
2014
Capital

Grant: $150,000

Location: Newton

Description: for upgrades to theatre seating and technical equipment.

Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center
Greater Boston
2017
Capital
Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center of Greater Boston

Grant: $100,000

Location: Newton

Description: for the construction of a new technical control booth in the Riemer-Goldstein Theater space.

Leverett Historical Society
Western
2023
Systems
Artifacts in the second floor of the Moores Corner Schoolhouse

Grant: $8,000

Location: Leverett

Description: For a 20 year capital needs assessment.

Lexington Arts and Crafts Society
Metrowest
2021
Capital
Lexington Arts and Crafts Society

Grant: $60,000

Location: Lexington

Description: for three renovation projects: a lift to transport members and visitors between floors; a remodeled restroom, which is ADA compliant; and, HVAC modifications for Covid-safety.

Lexington Arts and Crafts Society
Metrowest
2021
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Lexington

Description: for a systems replacement plan.

Lexington Historical Society
Metrowest
2013
Capital

Grant: $100,000

Location: Lexington

Description: to renovate and restore Buckman Tavern for handicapped accessibility, systems upgrades, fire safety and historic fabric repair.

Lexington Historical Society
Metrowest
2014
Capital

Grant: $80,000

Location: Lexington

Description: for accessibility improvements, and life safety and systems upgrades.

Lexington Historical Society
Metrowest
2016
Capital
Exterior of the Munroe Tavern

Grant: $158,000

Location: Lexington

Description: to build an archives center at Munroe Tavern to expand public access, add storage for growing collections and to present archival exhibits.

Lexington Historical Society
Metrowest
2019
Capital
Lexington Historical Society

Grant: $80,000

Location: Lexington

Description: for the completion of a new archival storage and research center.

Little Theatre of Fall River
Southeast
2009
Feasibility

Grant: $3,000

Location: Fall River

Description: for an on-site investigation and assessment of the Firebarn and its systems.

Little Theatre of Fall River
Southeast
2011
Capital

Grant: $38,000

Location: Fall River

Description: to fix water infiltration issues and increase energy efficiency. The work includes replacing roof tiles, gutters, and damaged brick, applying water repellant sealant, and installing an insulated ceiling.

Little Theatre of Fall River
Southeast
2013
Capital

Grant: $12,500

Location: Fall River

Description: to increase energy efficiency with replacement windows, replace fire alarm main control, decrease water infiltration with a new bulkhead, and enhance The Firebarn.

Lloyd Center for the Environment
Southeast
2007
Capital

Grant: $10,000

Location: Dartmouth

Description: to construct a safe stairway and path to its main building as part of a multi-year effort to improve the flow of the site, making it more attractive for visitors.

Lloyd Center for the Environment
Southeast
2014
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Dartmouth

Description: for a comprehensive facilities expansion and capital campaign plan to support three construction phases of a new regional Biodiveristy Learning Center.

Lloyd Center for the Environment
Southeast
2017
Capital
Lloyd Center for the Environment

Grant: $225,000

Location: Dartmouth

Description: for renovation of the main building and site improvements to transform the Lloyd Center into a regional Biodiversity Learning Center.

Loading Dock Arts
Northeast
2023
Capital
Art displayed in the Loading Dock Gallery

Grant: $15,000

Location: Lowell

Description: To support the fit out of a new location within the arts complex that has housed the organization for 15 years.

Longy School of Music of Bard College
Greater Boston
2009
Capital
Interior of the hall

Grant: $312,000

Location: Cambridge

Description: for improvements to acoustics, lighting, and projection systems in Edward Pickman Concert Hall, and restoration of wood flooring and doorways in Zabriskie House.

Longy School of Music of Bard College
Greater Boston
2017
Capital
Longy School of Music

Grant: $35,000

Location: Cambridge

Description: to purchase a new chiller for the Pickman Hall.

Longyear Museum
Greater Boston
2009
Capital

Grant: $395,000

Location: Newton

Description: for restoration and accessibility improvements to the Mary Baker Eddy Historic House, including exterior trim repair, window relocation and porch reconstruction, and construction of a new entry vestibule and accessible restrooms.

Longyear Museum
Greater Boston
2015
Capital
Longyear Museum

Grant: $500,000

Location: Newton

Description: for extensive restoration and accessibility improvements to Mary Baker Eddy Historic House, 400 Beacon Street, Newton.

Love Art Collective
Western
2023
Capital
Rendering of the Block Art Studio

Grant: $174,000

Location: Springfield

Description: For the acquisition of a new commercial space to create a community center named Block Art Studio.

Lowell Department of Planning and Development
Northeast
2022
Capital
Lowell Memorial Auditorium

Grant: $200,000

Location: Lowell

Description: for repairs and renovations to the exterior envelope, stabilization work, ADA improvements, and for interior, roof, and stairway renovations.

Lowell Makes
Northeast
2020
Capital
Aerial view of the Western Avenue Studios mill building #3

Grant: $76,000

Location: Lowell

Description: to support the purchase and renovation of 150 Western Ave #3 in order to create a permanent home that provides a creative ecosystem resource for the area.

Lowell Makes
Northeast
2020
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Lowell

Description: for a systems replacement plan.

Lowell Makes
Northeast
2021
Capital
Artist in a makerspace

Grant: $10,000

Location: Lowell

Description: for repairs to the roof of the building.

Lowell Mason Foundation
Metrowest
2023
Feasibility
Front exterior of the Lowell Mason House

Grant: $35,000

Location: Medfield

Description: To assess room functionality, ventilation, HVAC, insulation, electrical systems, plumbing, water, ADA and occupancy requirements, with the goal of creating a green building with a zero carbon footprint.

Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust
Northeast
2007
Capital

Grant: $21,000

Location: Lowell

Description: to complete the restoration of the Spalding House's 44 windows.

Lowell’s Maritime Foundation
Northeast
2016
Feasibility

Grant: $12,500

Location: Amesbury

Description: to develop a Condition Assessment and Preservation Plan to inform future Capital Campaign strategy for the preservation and rehabilitation of the existing historic boat shop.

Lowell’s Maritime Foundation
Northeast
2018
Capital
Lowell?s Boat Shop

Grant: $100,000

Location: Amesbury

Description: for the installation of fire safety systems and to complete the shoring and stabilization of the historic structure.

Lowell’s Maritime Foundation
Northeast
2018
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Amesbury

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

Lower Cape Communications
Southeast
2014
Feasibility

Grant: $25,000

Location: Provincetown

Description: for development of a systems replacement and facilities master plan as well as a capital campiagn feasibility study, schematics, and market analysis of the community space's cultural value.

Lower Cape Communications
Southeast
2019
Capital
Studio

Grant: $95,000

Location: Provincetown

Description: for new integrated equipment in the broadcast and production studios and performance space, and to replace the damaged floor in the main broadcast studio.

Lower Cape Community Acces Television
Southeast
2020
Feasibility
Set production at Lower Cape Community Access Television

Grant: $30,000

Location: Eastham

Description: to evaluate financial, visibility and engagement outcomes for different site options, community and build out strategy in lieu of termination of current space.

Lower Cape Community Access Television
Southeast
2022
Capital
Lower Cape Community Access Television

Grant: $200,000

Location: Eastham

Description: to purchase and renovate a former newspaper press building into a permanent community space with video/audio production studios, creative workspace, and public exhibition space.

Lupa Game Farm
Western
2022
Capital
Aerial view of Lupa Zoo

Grant: $90,000

Location: Ludlow

Description: to create accessible restrooms and install shading at the Lupa Zoo.

Lynn Arts
Northeast
2009
Capital

Grant: $75,000

Location: Lynn

Description: for deferred maintenance and renovations including roof replacement, HVAC improvements and other repairs, and installation of a lighting grid and seating to increase capacity of the black box theater.

Lynn Arts
Northeast
2011
Capital

Grant: $12,000

Location: Lynn

Description: for expansion and various repairs. The plans for expansion call for the construction of five new studio spaces and the creation of a year-round art store in the gallery. The grant is also funding the repointing of an exterior wall, carpet replacement, and

Lynn Arts
Northeast
2016
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Lynn

Description: for systems replacement plan.

Lynn Auditorium
Northeast
2023
Capital
Theater seating and stage at the Lynn Auditorium

Grant: $80,000

Location: Lynn

Description: To purchase and install an integrated stage lighting system.

Lynn Historical Society
Northeast
2023
Systems
Mural on exterior of LynnArts building

Grant: $8,000

Location: Lynn

Description: For a 20 year capital needs assessment.

Lynn Museum
Northeast
2007
Capital

Grant: $283,000

Location: Lynn

Description: for the substantial renovation of Lynn Museum's new facility, including the complete reconfiguration of the first floor to allow for more exhibit space, the creation of a new research facility, and the expansion of storage space.

Lyric Stage Company of Boston
Greater Boston
2024
Capital
Theater space and seating at the Lyric Stage Company of Boston

Grant: $68,000

Location: Boston

Description: For new lighting and backstage renovations.

Lyric Stage Company of Boston
Greater Boston
2007
Capital

Grant: $59,900

Location: Boston

Description: for replacement of theater seating and renovation of lighting and sound systems to improve safety, function, and capacity.

Lyric Stage Company of Boston
Greater Boston
2012
Capital

Grant: $11,568

Location: Boston

Description: for fixtures related to the upgrade and replacement of sound, communications and video systems.

Lyric Stage Company of Boston
Greater Boston
2014
Capital

Grant: $20,000

Location: Boston

Description: for a new HVAC system and interior ductwork to improve energy efficiency and theatre environment.

Lyric Stage Company of Boston
Greater Boston
2018
Capital
Lyric Stage Company of Boston

Grant: $30,000

Location: Boston

Description: to replace the band loft, install a backstage shower and sink, add signage and assistive listening devices, repaint the auditorium ceiling, and install mirrors in the rehearsal hall.

Madison Park Development Corporation
Greater Boston
2009
Capital
Interior of Hibernian Hall

Grant: $90,000

Location: Boston

Description: for renovations to Hibernian Hall to create a new box office and reconfigure office space. Renovations will refit an existing storefront space, including installation of new finishes, partition relocation, and minor electrical work.

Madison Park Development Corporation
Greater Boston
2019
Capital
Hibernian Hall

Grant: $96,000

Location: Boston

Description: to install soundproofing, conduct electrical upgrades and perform window treatments in the historic Hibernian Hall.

Madison Park Development Corporation
Greater Boston
2019
Systems
Hibernian Hall

Grant: $7,000

Location: Boston

Description: for a systems replacement plan.

Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center
Western
2023
Capital
View of seating at The Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

Grant: $150,000

Location: Great Barrington

Description: For structural repairs to the roof and upper-story exterior of the historic building.

Make-It Springfield
Western
2020
Capital
Storefront exterior of main street space that will become the Make-It Springfield community space

Grant: $180,000

Location: Springfield

Description: for the tenant fit out of a new expanded maker space, ADA accessible improvements and bathrooms in order to create a flexible and affordable workshop, studio, rehearsal, and community space.

Malden Public Library
Greater Boston
2020
Capital
Inside the historic Converse Memorial Building

Grant: $80,000

Location: Malden

Description: for the renovation of the historic 1885 Converse Memorial Building, including a new energy efficient computerized HVAC control system in order to improve indoor environmental conditions and the preserve the art collection.

Manomet
Southeast
2015
Capital

Grant: $120,000

Location: Plymouth

Description: to renovate Manomet HQ to become accessible to visitors of all abilities. Work includes renovating the Banding Lab deck to include a ramp, installing an ADA compliant front door and lift/elevator, and creating a first floor meeting space.

Manomet
Southeast
2018
Capital

Grant: $100,000

Location: Plymouth

Description: for the restoration of native wetland to create an accessible, interpretive nature trail and viewing blind.

Manomet
Southeast
2018
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Plymouth

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

Manship Artist Residence and Studios
Northeast
2016
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Gloucester

Description: to conduct a feasibility study for the renovation of the Manship property as an arts and culture center with an artist residency program.

Manship Artist Residence and Studios
Northeast
2023
Feasibility
View of people gathered at event in the barn from overhead

Grant: $35,000

Location: Gloucester

Description: For strategic site planning to renovate artist Paul Manship's residence and barn studio.

Manship Artist Residence and Studios
Northeast
2017
Capital
MARS

Grant: $207,000

Location: Gloucester

Description: to purchase the Manship property in Gloucester, which will be transformed into artist educational facility and gallery place.

Manship Artist Residence and Studios
Northeast
2017
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Gloucester

Description: for a 20-year capital needs assessment.

Manship Artist Residence and Studios
Northeast
2021
Capital
Historic photo of the Manship barn

Grant: $20,000

Location: Gloucester

Description: to renovate two outbuildings to serve as studio/work spaces and for the repairs of two garden structures.

Marblehead Arts Association
Northeast
2022
Capital
Gallery space

Grant: $60,000

Location: Marblehead

Description: for the multi-phase restoration, renovation and preservation of the historic 1728 King Hooper Mansion.

Marblehead Arts Association
Northeast
2022
Capital
Gallery space

Grant: $40,000

Location: Marblehead

Description: for a multi-year effort to preserve and restore the historically significant 1728 King Hooper Mansion in Marblehead's Historic District.

Marblehead Little Theatre
Northeast
2007
Capital

Grant: $60,000

Location: Marblehead

Description: for the Marblehead Main Firehouse.

Marblehead Little Theatre
Northeast
2012
Capital

Grant: $13,750

Location: Marblehead

Description: for construction of a second floor bathroom.

Marblehead Little Theatre
Northeast
2013
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Marblehead

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

Marblehead Little Theatre
Northeast
2014
Capital

Grant: $9,500

Location: Marblehead

Description: to assist with the purchase and installation of a new lighting system.

Marblehead Little Theatre
Northeast
2016
Capital
Exterior of the Marblehead Little Theatre

Grant: $35,000

Location: Marblehead

Description: to replace structural columns in the basement of the MLT theater.

Marblehead Little Theatre
Northeast
2020
Capital
Front entrance and facade of the Marblehead Little Theatre

Grant: $70,000

Location: Marblehead

Description: to restore the historic 1890 Marblehead Central Firehouse tower and façade by repointing exterior and interior bricks.

Marblehead Little Theatre
Northeast
2022
Systems
Children's Theatre

Grant: $7,000

Location: Marblehead

Description: for a systems replacement plan.

Marblehead Museum and Historical Society
Northeast
2022
Capital
Lee Mansion

Grant: $150,000

Location: Marblehead

Description: to preserve and restore the 1768 Jeremiah Lee Brick Kitchen and Slave Quarters.

Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Center
Southeast
2024
Capital
Front steps and entrance to the Foxboro Regional Center for the Performing Arts

Grant: $81,000

Location: Foxborough

Description: For safety and ADA compliant repairs to the exterior of the building.

Marine Biological Laboratory
Southeast
2018
Capital
Lillie Auditorium

Grant: $200,000

Location: Falmouth

Description: to renovate infrastructural and audio-visual components in the Lillie Auditorium, which hosts a range of lectures, music performances and other public cultural events.

Maritime Gloucester
Northeast
2022
Systems
Front view

Grant: $7,000

Location: Gloucester

Description: for a systems replacement plan.

Martha’s Vineyard Film Society
Southeast
2013
Capital

Grant: $17,200

Location: Tisbury

Description: to complete construction of the new Martha's Vineyard Film Center and to purchase integrated equipment that will help the facility run more efficiently.

Martha’s Vineyard Film Society
Southeast
2021
Capital
Theater seating at the Martha's Vineyard Film Center

Grant: $200,000

Location: Tisbury

Description: for the purchase of the MV Film Center, the primary year-round performance venue that has been leased since 2012.

Martha’s Vineyard Film Society
Southeast
2021
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Tisbury

Description: for a systems replacement plan.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum
Southeast
2013
Capital

Grant: $191,100

Location: Edgartown

Description: to develop final designs for the Museum's new home, renovation of Vineyard Haven's Marine Hospital building, and the construction of a new program and collections center on site.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum
Southeast
2017
Capital
1895 Vineyard Haven Marine Hospital

Grant: $225,000

Location: Edgartown

Description: to renovate the 1895 Vineyard Haven Marine Hospital which will become a part of a new campus for the Museum's collections and programs, and a new attraction to the Vineyard Haven Harbor Cultural District.

Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse
Southeast
2009
Systems

Grant: $4,000

Location: Tisbury

Description: for a Systems Replacement Plan, which consists of a capital assessment and 20-year replacement schedule based on the estimated usable life expectancy and the approximate replacement cost of building systems; also an energy efficiency and green building as

Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse
Southeast
2013
Capital

Grant: $100,000

Location: Tisbury

Description: for the complete renovation, restoration, and expansion of the historic 1833 Vineyard Playhouse in downtown Tisbury.

Mashpee Old Indian Meeting House Authority
Southeast
2019
Feasibility
Mashpee Old Indian Meeting House

Grant: $30,000

Location: Mashpee

Description: for a feasibility and planning study to preserve and restore the historic Parsonage (Attaquin House) built in 1849.

Mass Audubon
Metrowest
2022
Capital
Rendering of the Long Pasture Outdoor Pavilion in Barnstable

Grant: $130,000

Location: Lincoln

Description: to construct an Outdoor Teaching Pavilion.

Mass Music & Arts Society
Southeast
2007
Feasibility

Grant: $13,875

Location: Mansfield

Description: for a feasibility assessment of a new home for MMAS.

Mass Music & Arts Society
Southeast
2012
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Mansfield

Description: for engineers and architects to determine the structural integrity of the Artist Studios Building and the adjoining Plaza for future upgrades and improvements.

Mass Music & Arts Society
Southeast
2014
Feasibility

Grant: $9,000

Location: Mansfield

Description: for a capital campaign feasibility study.

Mass Music & Arts Society
Southeast
2020
Capital

Grant: $98,000

Location: Mansfield

Description: for the addition of 35 new spaces to increase parking space for the facility and enhance Academy programs, summer concert and other event revenue.

Mass Music & Arts Society
Southeast
2022
Capital
M.M.A.S.

Grant: $110,000

Location: Mansfield

Description: for improvements to the MMAS Arts Center, including upgrades to windows, roofing, safety, accessibility, and a new exterior marquee.

Massachusetts Air and Space Museum
Metrowest
2009
Feasibility

Grant: $8,000

Location: Bedford

Description: for a study to develop a facility concept for a new air and space museum.

Massachusetts Archaeological Society
Southeast
2014
Capital

Grant: $10,000

Location: Middleborough

Description: to assist with its multi-phase process to restore the building. This phase includes repair/replacement of windows, gutters, downspouts, siding, and exterior doors.

Massachusetts Audubon Society
Metrowest
2021
Capital
Historic barn at the Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

Grant: $100,000

Location: Lincoln

Description: for the completion of the net-zero addition to Pleasant Valley's historic barn in order to create accessible visitor amenities.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Greater Boston
2017
Capital

Grant: $225,000

Location: Boston

Description: to complete renovation and expansion of the Sandra and David Bakalar & Stephen D. Paine Galleries, New England's largest free contemporary art space.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design Foundation
Greater Boston
2007
Feasibility

Grant: $18,750

Location: Boston

Description: for a planning study for new facilities for MassArt's contemporary art museum, the Sandra and David Bakalar and Stephen D. Paine Galleries.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design Foundation
Greater Boston
2009
Feasibility

Grant: $15,000

Location: Boston

Description: for a market study to analyze potential future audiences and economic impact of two galleries.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design Foundation
Greater Boston
2011
Capital
Gallery at Mass Art

Grant: $250,000

Location: Boston

Description: for the expansion and renovations to the Bakalar & Paine Galleries, the largest free contemporary art space in the region.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Western
2015
Capital

Grant: $440,000

Location: North Adams

Description: to address building accessibility, and enlarge and improve the stage design.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Western
2013
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: North Adams

Description: to conduct a feasibility study to inform renovations of MCLA's Church Street Center to provide a center for cultural activity and performance in North Adams.

Massachusetts Educational Theater Guild
Southeast
2009
Feasibility

Grant: $25,300

Location: Mashpee

Description: for site analysis and business and program planning for a proposed small theatre arts center in Metrowest.

Massachusetts Historical Society
Greater Boston
2011
Capital
Massachusetts Historical Society

Grant: $100,000

Location: Boston

Description: to implement Phase 2 of their Security Infrastructure Project, which includes video surveillance, access control, and visitor management. The work will allow for increased visitation.

Massachusetts Historical Society
Greater Boston
2014
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Boston

Description: to devise an architectural plan for the expansion of the Massachusetts Historical Society's facilities.

Massachusetts Horticultural Society
Metrowest
2018
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Wellesley

Description: to plan for the restoration and program expansion of historic gardens and buildings at The Gardens at Elm Bank.

Massachusetts International Festival of the Arts
Western
2013
Feasibility

Grant: $30,000

Location: Holyoke

Description: for planning for the renovation and reopening of the Victory Theatre in Holyoke, including construction consulting, business planning, and architecture and engineering costs.

Massachusetts International Festival of the Arts
Western
2014
Capital

Grant: $260,000

Location: Holyoke

Description: for the final phase of pre-construction before renovation, restoration and reopening of the Victory Theatre.

Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art
Western
2022
Capital
Aerial view of campus

Grant: $150,000

Location: North Adams

Description: for roof replacements, electrical, plumbing, and heating systems updates, and for bathroom and kitchen remodeling and ADA upgrades at two artist housing facilities/

Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art
Western
2007
Capital

Grant: $429,000

Location: North Adams

Description: to renovate a 27-square-foot mill building, creating a new gallery to house 50 wall drawings by artist Sol LeWitt. The central location of the new space will better connect the campus, improving visitor circulation.

Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art
Western
2014
Capital

Grant: $90,000

Location: North Adams

Description: for roof and elevator repairs, floor refinishing, and upgrades to HVAC and life-safety systems.

Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art
Western
2015
Capital

Grant: $170,000

Location: North Adams

Description: for roof repairs, maintenance equipment, HVAC control system upgrade, riser replacement, and sound and lighting replacement for the 19th-century historic campus.

Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art
Western
2019
Capital
Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art

Grant: $150,000

Location: North Adams

Description: to support roof maintenance and replacements on the historic factory campus.

Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra
Central
2007
Capital
Exterior view of Tuckerman Hall

Grant: $41,000

Location: Worcester

Description: for architectural and engineering drawings, plans and specifications to build a 2,600+ square foot wing addition to Tuckerman Hall. This expansion will create much-needed backstage space for performers and provide handicapped access to the stage.

Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra
Central
2014
Capital

Grant: $200,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to upgrade systems within Tuckerman Hall and renovate the space to include a dressing room, adminstrative space, public restrooms, and updated service areas.

Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra
Central
2015
Capital
Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra

Grant: $110,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to build an internal backstage stairway on 2 floors in Tuckerman Hall to allow performers to have a safer and more accessible alternative to the facility's existing spiral staircase which now is the only access to the stage from backstage.

Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra
Central
2018
Capital
Tuckerman Hall

Grant: $150,000

Location: Worcester

Description: to create a new music library, additional women's restrooms, and to replace the roof of the historic Tuckerman Hall.

Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra
Central
2018
Systems

Grant: $7,000

Location: Worcester

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

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