Beacon Hill Civic Association
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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. 
              

The BHCA maintains its focus on the founders’ original concerns - zoning, licensing, traffic, parking, and neighborhood cleanliness. Monitoring citywide developments that impact the neighborhood and planning community-building events, both social and informational, are among the organization’s major activities.
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                  Sketch of 74 Joy Street by Meghan Awe

Committees

Our many Committees provide focus on the targeted range of issues and initiatives that align with the BHCA Mission. Committee chairs work with a large number of volunteers to implement plans that relate to the identified goals.

For more information on our standing committees, please visit our Committees Page.

Membership

Membership is open to all persons, businesses, and nonprofit organizations interested in preserving the character of Beacon Hill.  Having a large and strong membership is essential to the achievement of the BHCA’s mission.  Many members are active volunteers and help with annual projects, serve on committees, and/or contribute financially.

To learn more about membership, click here.
To learn more about opportunities to volunteer, click here.
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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
    • 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