"We passionately believe that Lynnewood Hall is a work of art that needs to be curated and made available for generations to come to experience and enjoy," said Edward Thome, LHPF Executive Director. Stabilization progress is underway to protect the estate from further decline. With the purchase finalized, LHPF dives headlong into fundraising for a multi-phased restoration project for the grounds and three main buildings. “Since our first tour of the property, we've been fascinated by its potential in bringing the Gilded Age experience to current and future generations.” “Susan and I are thrilled to have played a key role in funding the acquisition of Lynnewood Hall and making it available to everyone, particularly its neighbors in Cheltenham Township” said Scott Bentley, LHPF Chairman. As restoration progress permits, the foundation will begin hosting periodic public openings phased over time. Purchased through the generosity of Scott and Susan Bentley, the Foundation plans to sustainably preserve and restore the 110-room, 100,000-sq ft house and grounds, while also providing public programming and educational opportunities in the skilled trades and preservation arts. “Designed by Horace Trumbauer, perhaps Philadelphia's greatest architect, for Peter Widener, the City's wealthiest industrialist, Lynnewood has been derelict for decades. “Lynnewood Hall is arguably the largest and most exciting residential preservation and restoration project ever proposed in the United States,” said Angie Van Scyoc, Chief Operating Officer, Lynnewood Hall Preservation Foundation. The Lynnewood Hall Preservation Foundation now owns the deed to the magnificent 19th century mansion on 34 acres outside of Philadelphia. PHILADELPHIA, July 2023 – The future at last looks bright for the neglected Lynnewood Hall Estate in Elkins Park, PA.
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