Charles Callahan Perkins

1823–1886 (age 63)

Biography

Charles Callahan Perkins devoted his life to championing the fine arts, writing eloquently on painters and fostering Boston's cultural institutions while serving as a trustee and public advocate.

Resting at Forest Hills Cemetery, he leaves a legacy of thoughtful patronage, from helping to shape the Museum of Fine Arts to mentoring young collectors and encouraging wider appreciation of beauty.

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Henry Dearborn
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Lorine Livingston Pruette
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Joseph Grew
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