The Bull Run Awarded National Historic Preservation Grant

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The-Bull-Run-Awarded-National-Historic-Preservation-GrantWe’re thrilled to announce that The Bull Run has been selected as the Massachusetts recipient of the Backing Historic Small Restaurants Grant, a national program from the National Trust for Historic Preservation in partnership with American Express.

This initiative supports 50 independently owned historic restaurants across all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. To qualify, restaurants must demonstrate their historic significance (The Bull Run is proudly listed on the Massachusetts State List of Historic Buildings), maintain independent ownership, and show how they serve as an integral part of their community.

As part of our grant proposal, we submitted plans to update our ADA entrance—a project that will improve accessibility while preserving the character of our historic building.

Here’s what’s in store:

  • Removal of the current front ramp
  • Construction of a new gradual ADA-compliant slope at the west end of the porch near our iconic Bull
  • Replacement of flashing and clapboards
  • Re-bricking of the walkway
  • Installation of new iron railings, columns, and bluestone steps
  • Bluestone capping for the existing stone wall

The porch renovation is expected to be completed by early November, with all work finalized by January 2026.

Learn more about the National Trust grant here.