Current Art Exhibits
April 2026
James E. Mahoney Foyer & Wakelin Room
Boston Camera Club Members Exhibition
Photography
Founded in 1881 as the Boston Society of Amateur Photographers, the organization now known as the Boston Camera Club is the second-oldest continuously operating amateur camera club in the United States. Established in Boston during the early years of amateur photography, the club helped promote the growing art and science of photography through meetings, exhibitions, and shared learning among enthusiasts. Early members worked with glass plates and darkroom processes, later embracing innovations such as roll film and 35mm cameras that expanded photography’s popularity in the 20th century. After decades headquartered on Bromfield Street and later Newbury Street in Boston, the club moved to Brookline in 1980, where it continues to operate today. With a long tradition of exhibitions, education, and community engagement, the Boston Camera Club remains dedicated to advancing photographic knowledge and supporting photographers of all skill levels.
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Nancy Schon: Aesop’s Fables
Nancy Schon is a Boston-based sculptor, celebrated for her warm and evocative representation of human and animal figures. Her work, characterized by a profound sense of empathy and detail, captures the essence of her subjects — making them relatable and endearing to viewers of all ages. She is best known for her iconic Make Way for Ducklings sculpture in the Boston Public Garden, which brings to life the beloved characters from Robert McCloskey’s classic children’s book. This charming installation has become a cherished landmark, delighting generations of visitors with its playful depiction of a mother duck leading her ducklings.
Schon’s Aesop’s Fables sculptures are a masterful series inspired, of course, by the ancient, previously enslaved Greek storyteller, Aesop. With a collection of twenty-four sculptures, each piece corresponds to one of the twenty-four letters in the Greek alphabet, creating a symbolic link to the origins of these timeless tales. Schon’s imaginative approach not only pays homage to the cultural heritage of Aesop’s fables, but also serves as a tribute to the universality and enduring relevance of these stories. Learn more about Nancy Schon and her work at schon.com.