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EMHCC October Meeting: Exploring Historic District Bylaws, Guidelines, and Rules
Virtual (Zoom)This webinar, hosted by the Eastern Massachusetts Historical Commission Coalition (EMHCC), will explore how historic district bylaws and guidelines can be updated to meet the specificity of today’s laws, including state climate and housing laws, while tracing the history of Massachusetts preservation frameworks and highlighting regulatory authority, best practices, local approaches, and funding. Speakers will […]
Making It Public for Massachusetts Municipalities 2026 Cohort Application Info Session
Virtual (Zoom)The New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA), in partnership with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council’s (MAPC) Arts and Culture Department (MAPC), is pleased to invite municipalities in Massachusetts to participate in the Making It Public (MIP) for Massachusetts Municipalities' 2026 cohort. Deadline to apply is Monday, September 29, 2025 at 11:59pm. This session is […]
Webinar | Integrating ADUs in Historic Communities: Policy, History, and Practice
Zoom (Virtual)Join the Eastern Massachusetts Historical Commission Coalition (EMHCC) for a discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in historic landscapes. This session will explore the role of ADUs in historic communities, covering planning considerations, their historical presence, and examples of communities successfully integrating ADUs while maintaining historic character. The program will include: An overview of ADU […]