 The tree-lined lane curves gently through acres of gardens planted with
exotic and native plants and shrubs. Soon, the outline of an Italianate
mansion comes into view. The columns of the portico shelter the arriving
vehicles, giving the first warm welcome to Glen Foerd. Through the main
door, guests sweep beyond the entry and magnificent staircase to join
the finely attired party gathered on the river lawn. Sailboats bob at
their moorings and float past on the cool fall breeze.
On behalf of the Glen Foerd Conservation Corporation we are pleased to have you visit with us through our web site and in person. Our organizational mission is to preserve the last surviving riverfront estate in Philadelphia as a historic site and a center for providing historic and cultural experience to the public. In the past several years we have, repainted the mansion, restored our one-hundred fifty year old seawall, rebuilt our boathouse, and restored our one-hundred year old carriage house slate roof and cupola. Other projects in the planning stages include replacing the art gallery roof and skylights and the restoration of our mansion’s interior rooms and ornamental plaster. These projects depend on many funding sources. As governmental resources dwindle and competition for grant funding intensifies, we become increasingly dependent on our friends and benefactors. So please join us. Come see our work, our pride and joy. As a member, guest or benefactor, visit our "fine country seat" on the Delaware River and help us to fulfill our mission. |
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