Copley Society of Art


Dating to 1879, CoSo is the country's oldest nonprofit art association, with more than 500 members. The showings in the three exhibit spaces are rich and varied. There are usually 15 to 20 exhibits each year, including annual shows featuring new members, small works and Boston-themed pieces.


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