City Of Boston: Horticultural Hall Study Report

Press release from the City of Boston:

August 3, 2021

The building is a distinctive creation of the firm Wheelwright and Haven, which was active from 1888-1912, and particularly of the architect Edmund March Wheelwright. Wheelwright and Haven designed many structures in eastern Massachusetts that continue to contribute to the area’s architectural, cultural, and transportation life. They include important institutional buildings, bridges and subway kiosks, and private homes. Wheelwright also served as the City Architect for the City of Boston from 1891-1895, designing over 100 schools, police stations, and fire stations, many of which are still extant. Wheelwright’s ability to produce striking edifices and structures in a wide range of styles is a particularly noteworthy aspect of his work.

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