This is a long-standing artistic cooperative, dating to 1914. Due to its emphasis on representational painting and sculpture, it's a bit stodgy compared to some of the other galleries in the area. Nonetheless, you'll see some fine traditional works by 60-plus member artists exhibited in this lovely old-fashioned setting.
Guild of Boston Artists
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