Chilton Club

Chilton Club occupies two connected red brick buildings on Commonwealth Avenue and contains multiple floors organized around dining, sleeping, and meeting areas. The structures display architectural character from the 1870s throughout their interior and exterior design.

The club was established in 1910 by someone with ties to early American colonial history and was originally an all-women organization. In the late 1980s, the membership policies changed to include men.

The club has long served as a gathering place for Boston's established families and continues to shape how members interact within its refined spaces. Visitors notice this through the formal yet comfortable way people use the dining rooms and lounges.

Access is limited to members, so planning ahead or having a member contact is necessary for a visit. The Commonwealth Avenue location in Back Bay makes it easy to find within the neighborhood.

A foundation specifically funds the upkeep and restoration of the building exteriors on Commonwealth Avenue. This unusual financial arrangement ensures the physical fabric of the complex is protected long-term.

Location: Massachusetts

Website: http://chiltonclub.org

GPS coordinates: 42.35170,-71.07790

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:00