Jane Bird, Museum Associate
- Jan 11
- 2 min
An Event for the Ages, Starring: Governor Henry Lippitt
In 1876, the eyes of every American were trained on the heart of Philadelphia as a celebration for the ages played out from May to...
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Anik Levcovici, Intern
- Sep 12, 2023
- 3 min
Reinventing 1893: The Rehanging of Mary Lippitt Steedman’s Bedchamber
Our homes become a museum of who we are, each item speaking to our interests and experiences. Whether it be a strategically placed doily...
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Jane Bird, Museum Associate
- Jul 28, 2023
- 2 min
A Touch of the Gothic
Despite the solemn Renaissance Revival façade, it strikes many visitors as they enter Lippitt House Museum that this 1865 mansion is not...
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Carrie Taylor, Museum Director
- Mar 17, 2023
- 1 min
One Chip at a Time: A Paint Conservation Project
The elaborate interior painting is probably Lippitt House’s most striking feature. But over the years, moisture from several different...
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Dana Richie, Intern
- Jan 3, 2023
- 3 min
House at Work Tour: Working Spaces, Working Stories
A house as beautiful and grand as Lippitt House did not maintain itself. It required a significant amount of upkeep and work. Though the...
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