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Copley Square Park Improvements

The raised grove and plaza were reopened in April 2025 in time for the Boston Marathon and the farmers market season. Additional portions of the park and perimeter sidewalks were opened throughout the summer and fall. Work on the fountain and lawn areas is anticipated to be completed by April 2026.

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Project Phase

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Pending
Planning
Design
Construction
Complete
Improvements to many areas of the park are complete, and the fountain is expected to reopen before the 2026 Marathon.

Project Information

Location
Copley Square Park Back Bay 02116
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Project Features
Accessibility
Community engagement
Demolition and construction
Green infrastructure
Historic preservation
Infrastructure improvements
Landscaping
Resiliency
Sustainability
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Expected Year to be Completed
2026
Primary Project Type
Parks and Green Space
  • Park established 1883
  • Project features: Passive use, Fountain
  • Project budget: $16,900,000
  • Consultant: Sasaki Associates
  • Contractor: W.E.S. Construction Corporation
CONSTRUCTION NOTICE:

Renovations to Copley Square Park started on July 20, 2023.  Construction updates are listed below on this page, in the "related documents" section.

 

SITE PLAN:

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We have made updates to the design that was shared at our final community meeting in April 2021. Please email the project manager, Lauren Bryant, with your questions and concerns. 

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