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St. Mary’s Hall Historic Restoration Project at Boston College
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St. Mary’s Hall Historic Restoration Project at Boston College

May 6, 2015 - by Yvette Dudac

John Canning Co. received the 2015 Tsongas Award from Preservation Massachusetts for their historical preservation at St. Mary’s Hall at Boston College.

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Restoring Illusions of Grandeur in the Philadelphia Academy of Music Ballroom
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Restoring Illusions of Grandeur in the Philadelphia Academy of Music Ballroom

October 26, 2016 - by Yvette Dudac

Our work at the Philadelphia’s Academy of Music Ballroom shows both project phases, the conditions survey and restoration of the original decoration.

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Architectural Gilding
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Architectural Gilding

May 22, 2015 - by Yvette Dudac

Architectural gilding is a delicate process seen all over the US that highlights important town or city symbols using gold leaf or gold paint.

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The Importance of Donors for Church/Chapel Construction
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The Importance of Donors for Church/Chapel Construction

February 17, 2026 - by Marketing

Explore why donors are essential to church and chapel construction, supporting sacred architecture, preserving tradition, and making meaningful spaces of worship possible.

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The Apse: Its Symbolism, History and Role in Church Architecture
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The Apse: Its Symbolism, History and Role in Church Architecture

February 11, 2026 - by Marketing

Discover the apse, its rich symbolism, historical evolution, and architectural role in church design.

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History & Restoration of the Connecticut Capitol Building
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History & Restoration of the Connecticut Capitol Building

March 5, 2016 - by Yvette Dudac

Learn how talented preservationists restored the Connecticut State Capitol Building to create a cohesive and historically-accurate space.

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Radio City Spectacular: Rockefeller Center at Christmas
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Radio City Spectacular: Rockefeller Center at Christmas

December 18, 2019 - by Canning Internship

For almost 100 years, the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City has brought wonder to children and adults who travel from far and wide to experience Christmas in New York City.

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The Restoration of Radio City Music Hall
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The Restoration of Radio City Music Hall

May 23, 2016 - by Yvette Dudac

Explore the opulent history of Radio City Music Hall, including John Canning & Co.’s involvement in an award-winning restoration effort.

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Inside The Sky Mural Restoration at Grand Central Terminal
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Inside The Sky Mural Restoration at Grand Central Terminal

August 31, 2016 - by Yvette Dudac

Learn the true story behind Grand Central’s famous dark patch and how preservationists and conservators restored the Sky Mural back to its former glory.

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The Cosmos Club: Splendor Restored
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The Cosmos Club: Splendor Restored

May 23, 2017 - by Yvette Dudac

The Cosmos Club Warne Ballroom was restored to its original splendor and elegance through an award-winning restoration effort.

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Love in Preservation: A Guide to Valentine’s Day
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Love in Preservation: A Guide to Valentine’s Day

February 12, 2019 - by Yvette Dudac

See a list of 5 historic destinations that lovers of preservation, restoration, and the arts should visit this Valentine’s Day.

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Maryland Old Senate Chamber Restoration
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Maryland Old Senate Chamber Restoration

June 5, 2015 - by Yvette Dudac

Using historical research, the first element to be restored in the Maryland Old Senate Chamber room was the cornice and frieze reproduced into a clay model.

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140 Years in the Connecticut Capitol Building
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140 Years in the Connecticut Capitol Building

January 9, 2019 - by Yvette Dudac

We restored the decorative paintings in areas of the capitol building including the House of Representatives and Senate Chambers at the CT Capitol Building.

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Luzerne County Courthouse Restoration: Revealing Detail Lost to Time
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Luzerne County Courthouse Restoration: Revealing Detail Lost to Time

March 6, 2019 - by Yvette Dudac

The Luzerne County Courthouse restoration utilized careful analysis and archival research to conserve 125 murals, plaster, and other decorative elements.

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History & Restoration of the Connecticut Capitol Building
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History & Restoration of the Connecticut Capitol Building

April 6, 2016 - by Yvette Dudac

Learn how talented preservationists restored the Connecticut State Capitol Building to create a cohesive and historically-accurate space.

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Simulating Mosaic in a Boston Landmark
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Simulating Mosaic in a Boston Landmark

January 18, 2019 - by Yvette Dudac

Our team was tasked with restoring the simulated mosaic while conserving the surrounding original decoration by carefully documenting each color.

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EMK Institute + Historical Decorative Finishes
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EMK Institute + Historical Decorative Finishes

April 3, 2015 - by Yvette Dudac

John Canning Co. was tasked with completing the faux marbling and decorative finishes of the pilasters and main desk of the Edward M. Kennedy Institute.

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Kansas Statehouse Restoration
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Kansas Statehouse Restoration

May 15, 2015 - by Yvette Dudac

John Canning & Co. had the opportunity to work with Treanor Architects in completing some of the plaster restoration in parts of the Kansas Statehouse.

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Inspired by History: Owen Jones and the Grammar of Ornament
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Inspired by History: Owen Jones and the Grammar of Ornament

January 24, 2019 - by Yvette Dudac

Owen Jones’ Grammar of Ornament remains the most influential decorative ornament books and has always been a guiding principle for John Canning Co.

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The American Institute of Architects: Richard Upjohn and A Commitment to Education
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The American Institute of Architects: Richard Upjohn and A Commitment to Education

February 27, 2019 - by Yvette Dudac

With the American Institutes of Architects Continuing Education program we are given the opportunity to share that knowledge on a regular basis.

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Maryland Old Senate Chamber Restoration – Week 2
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Maryland Old Senate Chamber Restoration – Week 2

October 9, 2015 - by Yvette Dudac

The final elements in restoring the Maryland Old Senate Chamber room was painting with traditional distemper paint giving the plaster a matte finish.

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