Mrs. Chellis subsequently became the organization's first president. The Wedgwood Society of Boston was founded for connoisseurs and students of Wedgwood ceramics and related classical works of art. It brings together people who, through study, research, exhibitions, lectures and publications, wish to develop a greater knowledge of Josiah Wedgwood and the more than 200 year history of his company and its accomplishments. Members enjoy sharing their knowledge and appreciation of Wedgwood, as well as related decorative arts, with each other, the academic community, and the public at large. Each year six meeitngs are held and special events may take place.
Members have access to world authorities for advice.
We also publish a Newsletter six times each year. Among the active members of the Wedgwood Society of Boston, you will find some of the world's greatest Wedgwood authorities and collectors, life-time and new students, and people who are interested in Wedgwood as well as the general field of decorative arts and ceramics. Josiah Wedgwood, the man for whom Wedgwood is named. Other programs to be announced later. The Wedgwood Society of Boston provides one of the finest periodic newsletters to its members.