About Membership

The League advocates on behalf of member businesses for the economic good of the district. By coordinating League members and building a consensus around key business concerns, the League seeks solutions to create positive business growth on Newbury Street and in the Back Bay.

The Newbury Street League also believes in helping to create an enriching neighborhood environment. (See More)

To achieve this, the League works with community leaders and organizations to continually improve and beautify Newbury Street and the Back Bay and supports local community charities.

Membership in the league:

Founded in 1972, The Newbury Street League is a non-profit business association of over 300 members, representing the interests of its members on Newbury Street and in the Back Bay as both a commercial district and a community.

Below are a few of the benefits the Newbury Street League offers all members:

  • Business Support: market and advertise through complimentary listings in the NSL’s Bi-Annual Newbury Street Map and Directory and on the NSL website, support members with their applications to the Back Bay Architectural Commission, submit letters of support for zoning and licensing issues, creation of the Member to Member Benefits Program offering special benefits from NSL members to NSL members
  • Environmental Advocacy: appeal to the City of Boston for street cleanliness, snow removal, trash removal, Parking, Safety & Security.
  • Community Involvement: installation of the Holiday Lighting in the trees along Newbury Street , regular email updates regarding issues such as street closing, parades and Back Bay events, the quarterly “Newbury Street News” newsletter
  • Networking Events: the “World On A Street ” Auction Gala, Fashion’s Night Out, Annual Member’s Meeting, Holiday Stroll, Holiday Lighting Ceremony, Member’s Holiday Party, Networking Events.

For more information on the Newbury Street League, please call 617.267.2224 or visit our Contact Page.

To become a member, please fill out the application here or DOWNLOAD and fax to 866-636-4031 or mail to: 361 Newbury Street, 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02115.