Copley Society of Art

Copley Society of Art The Copley Society of Art is the oldest non-profit art association in the US, with a history dating back to 1879.
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Dedicated to the enjoyment of visual arts, the organization provides a platform for arts cultivation while engaging and educating the public. The Copley Society of Art (Co|So), America's oldest non-profit art organization, is committed to the advancement, enjoyment, and promotion of its member artists and the visual arts. The organization comprises juried artists who are selected by credentialed a

rt committee. Co|So provides artists with a gallery for exhibiting and selling their work and a platform for engaging and educating the community.

05/28/2026

New Artwork by Chris Firger!
“Wandering the City” is now on view in our Upper Gallery here at the Copley Society of Art. We hope you’ll join us this Saturday, May 30th, from 4 - 6 PM for the opening reception! These pieces are going quick, with three red dots in the first 24 hours! View all the works on our website, or stop by in person! We hope to see you in the gallery soon ✨

Cast drawings form structure from life and cast paintings translate drawing into paint with control of edge and value. S...
05/27/2026

Cast drawings form structure from life and cast paintings translate drawing into paint with control of edge and value. See these pieces and more at the Academy of Realist Art exhibition at Co|So.

Artwork details:

Mastercopy Raphael transfiguration by Brenda Cesanek

Trompe-l’oeil Écorché Arm, Zorn Palette by Missy Dunaway

Cast 01 by Troy Zarcone

Join us for the opening reception of Chris Firger’s Solo Show, "Wandering the City", a celebration of Boston’s neighborh...
05/26/2026

Join us for the opening reception of Chris Firger’s Solo Show, "Wandering the City", a celebration of Boston’s neighborhoods, communities, architecture, and natural beauty. Throughout this body of work, he portrays Boston as he sees it: vibrant, captivating, and full of life.

Date & Time: Saturday, May 30th from 4:00 – 6:00 PM

Artwork details: Commonwealth by Chris Firger

Still Life Paintings are designed by the artist and execute increasingly complex compositions. See these paintings and m...
05/25/2026

Still Life Paintings are designed by the artist and execute increasingly complex compositions. See these paintings and more at the Academy of Realist Art exhibition at Co|So.

Artwork details:

Anaranjada by Lauren Farrell

Champagne Breakfast by Doreen Dufour

Graphite Bargue Drawings: Precision, measurement and simplification from flat images, as described by the Academy of Rea...
05/22/2026

Graphite Bargue Drawings: Precision, measurement and simplification from flat images, as described by the Academy of Realist Art, Boston. This foundational technique showcases the methodical talent of the ARA artists.

Come see more Bargue drawings before the show ends on June 6th!

Artwork details:

Bargue Study #2 by Oscar Cristales

Eclipse by Anne Foresman

Venus. Bargue Plate I-64 by Andrew Caide

Join students and instructors from the Academy of Realist Art for a live painting demo.The demonstration will run concur...
05/19/2026

Join students and instructors from the Academy of Realist Art for a live painting demo.

The demonstration will run concurrently with a special exhibition of work from the students and instructors of the Academy of Realist Art, Boston's premier realist art school, currently on view at the Copley Society of Art.

The afternoon will offer a compelling window into how disciplined craftsmanship and individual expression coexist and thrive at ARA Boston.

This event will be at Co|So and is free and open to the public on Saturday May 23rd from 12:00 - 4:00 PM. Use this link to RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/painting-demo-with-the-academy-of-realist-art-tickets-1989031556930?aff=oddtdtcreator

Artwork details: Cast Drawing Of A Young Girl Face Mask by Aliiyah Cole

This is your last week to view Sandra Samaha's Solo Show: "Meditations in Paper" before it ends on May 23rd. We hope to ...
05/18/2026

This is your last week to view Sandra Samaha's Solo Show: "Meditations in Paper" before it ends on May 23rd. We hope to see you in the gallery soon!⁠
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We are open Tuesdays - Saturdays from 11-5 PM and Sundays from 12-5 PM.
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Artwork details: ⁠Eve's Dream and Transcendence by Sandra Samaha

Join us for an opportunity to give and receive critique on recent work or current works-in-progress with members of our ...
05/17/2026

Join us for an opportunity to give and receive critique on recent work or current works-in-progress with members of our artist community.⁠
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Location: The Copley Society of Art⁠
Date & Time: Thursday, May 21st at 6 pm⁠

Co|So Members & Academy of Realist Art Boston: Free⁠
Non-Members: $15⁠
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RSVP Link: https://copleysociety.org/events/crit-group-3/

Artwork details: Alice by Mari Saxon

Join Gallery Director Nina Mollo and artist member Rosalie Sidoti for a workshop on pricing artwork. The workshop will i...
05/15/2026

Join Gallery Director Nina Mollo and artist member Rosalie Sidoti for a workshop on pricing artwork. The workshop will include reviews of artwork submitted previously by members of the Co|So artist community.

Date & Time: Tuesday, May 19th at 6:00 PM over Zoom

Co|So Members & Academy of Realist Art Boston: Free
Non-Members: $15

Artwork details: Sun-kissed by Rosalie Sidoti

RSVP link: https://copleysociety.org/events/pricing-workshop-with-nina-mollo-and-rosalie-sidoti/

Small Works: "Looking Up" showcases Co|So's talented artist members! Come in this weekend to view all of our exhibitions...
05/13/2026

Small Works: "Looking Up" showcases Co|So's talented artist members! Come in this weekend to view all of our exhibitions, including our newest small works.

Can't make it to the gallery? View the show on our website: https://copleysociety.org/exhibitions/small-works-looking-up/?by_artist=asc
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Artwork details: ⁠
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River of Dreams by Sue Dragoo

Vitamin C…Anyone? by Mena Levit

Out of Reach by Sandra Mueller-Dick

Address

158 Newbury Street
Boston, MA
02116

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+16175365049

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