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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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3 Collegiate Buildings Designed By Charles Bulfinch
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3 Collegiate Buildings Designed By Charles Bulfinch

October 13, 2025 - by Marketing

Discover 3 historic collegiate buildings designed by Charles Bulfinch, America’s first professional architect, and learn how his timeless style shaped campus architecture.

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The Collegiate and Ecclesiastical Architecture of Ralph Adams Cram
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The Collegiate and Ecclesiastical Architecture of Ralph Adams Cram

August 6, 2025 - by JCCWeb2

Discover the visionary work of Ralph Adams Cram, whose collegiate and ecclesiastical designs shaped some of America’s most iconic campuses and churches.

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Signs That Your University’s Chapel Needs Restoration or Repair
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Signs That Your University’s Chapel Needs Restoration or Repair

January 29, 2026 - by Marketing

Discover the key warning signs that indicate your University Chapel may need restoration or repair and protect your campus’s sacred spaces.

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7 Examples of the Classical Architectural Style in College Chapels
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7 Examples of the Classical Architectural Style in College Chapels

May 13, 2025 - by Marketing

Explore 7 exemplary college chapels that showcase the Classical architectural style reflecting beauty, harmony, and tradition across campuses.

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The Evolution of the Collegiate Gothic Style
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The Evolution of the Collegiate Gothic Style

June 7, 2023 - by Marissa Gibbs

This blog discusses some of the most notable collegiate gothic college campus buildings, including their interpretations of the style.

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How to Conduct a Facility Condition Assessment at a Historic University
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How to Conduct a Facility Condition Assessment at a Historic University

September 12, 2022 - by Marissa Gibbs

Before conducting work on buildings at a historic university, a conditions assessment should be under taken.

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Mural Conservation & Restoration at Hamilton Smith Hall
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Mural Conservation & Restoration at Hamilton Smith Hall

July 31, 2019 - by Yvette Dudac

Every bit of John Canning & Co.’s extensive experience stabilizing and repairing plaster substrates and conserving fine art murals came into play with this project.

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5 Steps for Restoring a College Chapel
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5 Steps for Restoring a College Chapel

December 30, 2025 - by Marketing

Explore the essential steps for restoring a college chapel, from assessing historic conditions to implementing preservation-focused repairs. We break down a comprehensive, five-step approach to ensure these sacred campus landmarks are restored.

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The Use of Stone in College Chapels & Churches
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The Use of Stone in College Chapels & Churches

October 14, 2022 - by Marissa Gibbs

Stonework is predominant in buildings all over historic campuses, and this tradition has naturally extended to campus chapels and churches.

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5 Before & After Decorative Painting Transformations at Educational Institutions
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5 Before & After Decorative Painting Transformations at Educational Institutions

January 16, 2023 - by Marissa Gibbs

John Canning & Co. excels at decorative painting restoration – and the stunning transformations speak for themselves. These five before and after transformations at higher education institutions are a few of our favorites.

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