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Project Goal and Description:
The Suzuki Music School, located in the Staples Farmhouse is a recognizable and beloved landmark anchoring Waban Village. Dating to 1750, it is the oldest original building in the village, at the crossroads of Beacon Street and Windsor Road. The property was designated as a Local Historic Landmark in 2015, before being purchased by the music school in 2017. The building serves hundreds of people throughout the year, as a music school, pre-school, art gallery and event space. The current project seeks to further restore the exterior fabric of the original building through work on windows, siding, front porch and gutters, as well as construct a rear classroom annex compatible with the historic building incorporating an elevator shaft to provide accessibility to all floors. The project has been approved by the Newton Historical Commission.
CPA Application Documents
Pre-proposal Submission for 10/21/25 Meeting
Full Proposal Submission for 12/09/25 Meeting
Events Calendar for Community Impact
Letters of Support