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Beacon Hill Civic Association Mission Statement
The Beacon Hill Civic Association (BHCA) was established in 1922 by a small group of neighbors
whose goal was to protect Beacon Hill's historic residential character. Today, the BHCA
continues as a volunteer organization that helps preserve and enhance the quality of life ​
on Beacon Hill, ​a historic, urban, residential neighborhood in downtown Boston.

Donate to our Annual Appeal
Our neighborhood is more than just a place to live – it is a vibrant community with a rich history and a promising future. However, to continue our mission of preserving, protecting, and enhancing Beacon Hill, we rely on the generosity of our neighbors. Your Annual Appeal donation makes a direct impact as shown on our 2025-2026 Impact Card, which lists just some of the work we have done this year on behalf of the neighborhood.

With your 2026 Annual Appeal donation, you become a vital part of preserving the character and legacy of Beacon Hill for generations to come. Every contribution – large or small – helps us do the work we do.
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Upcoming BHCA Committee Meetings & Events
Summer Evening at Otis House - Thursday, June 11th, 6pm, 141 Cambridge Street (SOLD OUT)
Architecture Committee - Monday, June 15th, 5:30pm, via Zoom

Groundwater & Wood Piles Walking Tour - Saturday, June 20th, 11am, meet outside Starbucks on Charles St
Founders Reception - Wednesday, June 24th, 6pm, invitation only
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​Young Friends Social - Wednesday, June 24th, 7pm, Liberty Hotel
Zoning & Licensing Committee - Wednesday, July 1st, 6pm, via Zoom
Meet & Greet
- Monday, July 6th, 6pm, 75 Chestnut
​Streets & Sidewalks Committee
- Tuesday, July 7th, 5:30pm, via Zoom

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Contact the BHCA office for Zoom or location details.
Upcoming Events
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​Quick Links to BHCA documents:
Click here to view Architecture Archives
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Click here to view Zoning & Licensing Archives
Click here to view BHCA By-Laws
Click  here to view the updated plan for the r
edevelopment of the BPL’s West End Branch Site
Click here to view the Ciy of Boston's 
Tree Canopy Assessment Report 
Click here to view the Beacon Hill Neighborhood Profile 2025


Click here for photos from Recent BHCA Activities

Important Notice from the BHCA Office for Contractors​
We sign affidavits electronically. If you need a Contractors Parking Permit,
please download the Contractors Affidavit below, fill out, scan or photograph, and
email back to 
[email protected]. We will email the signed affidavit back to you.
Please remember to remove your permits when they have expired,
and please DO NOT nail permits into trees!
contractors_affidavit_-_updated_2.10.25.pdf
File Size: 421 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File


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  • About Us
    • History
    • Leadership
    • Affiliates
    • Beacon Award
    • Contact Us
  • Committees
  • Living Here
    • Neighborhood Info >
      • BHCA Publications
      • Business & Nonprofit Directory
      • Accessibility
      • Historic Beacon Hill District Architectural Guidelines
      • Recycling & Trash
      • Street Sweeping
      • Traffic and Parking
      • Trees
      • Wider Community Affairs
      • Your Elected Officials
    • Apply for a Permit >
      • Beacon Hill Architectural Commission (BHAC)
      • Zoning Board of Appeal (ZBA)
      • Building Permits through Inspectional Services Department (ISD)
      • Boston Transportation Department (BTD)
    • Report a Problem >
      • Boston 311
      • Excessive Noise
      • Streets & Sidewalks
      • Trash & Rats
      • Ice & Snow
      • Safety (Police and Fire)
  • Membership & Donations
    • Become a Member >
      • BHCA Young Friends
    • Make a Donation
  • Events
    • Upcoming Events
    • Events Archive
  • Businesses & Nonprofits
    • Directory
    • Centennial Sponsors
    • Become a Partner
    • Advertise With Us
    • Merchant Loyalty Program
  • Community Fund
    • Applying for a Grant
    • Past Grant Awards
    • BHCF Testimonials
  • Board Portal
  • Architecture Committee Archives
  • Zoning & Licensing Committee Archives