Copley from Boston was an exhibition of 42 paintings, furniture, and decorative arts that was held from April 19, 1980 to June 15, 1980. The exhibition featured paintings by John Singleton Copley, and furniture and silver of his time from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Prior to the exhibition, Copley's work had rarely been shown in Philadelphia. The records general material regarding the preparation of the exhibition, such as correspondence, object lists, grant paperwork, and other planning documentation. Also included are copies of the exhibition booklet.