Our signature program detailing the lives and work of notable nineteenth-century African Americans. Come learn about art, medicine, business, and freedom! DEEP RIVERS RACK CARD

Presented by George McNeely Henry Howard Houston, railroad executive, investor, and real estate developer, is best known in Northwest Philadelphia for the creation of the west side of Chestnut Hill, including the railway line (now known as Chestnut Hill West), Wissahickon Inn, Philadelphia Cricket Club, Saint Martin’s (Episcopal) church, and nearby houses. Lecture at Maxwell…

Maxwell Mansion joins sites across the region to celebrate American history and freedom. Free open house from 12-4.  Join us in Historic Germantown!

Join us for a friendly discussion of Dickens' classic!

Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion will be closed Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.

Maxwell Mansion will be open for free tours from 12-4.

An outdoor Opera on Tap presentation of Victorian opera, featuring Heather McConnell. Bring your own picnic and blanket!

Maxwell Mansion is open for free tours 12-4, with tours at noon, one, two, and three. Reservations appreciated!

Join the friends and supporters of Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion's magnificent gardens on Saturday, August 10 for a launch of the new Historic Germantown garden passport program! Free! Program begins at 11:30 a.m. Reservations requested! 

Victorian Book Club: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Join us for a discussion of Lewis Carroll's classic 1865 tale. Open to everyone. It helps to read and complete the book, but not required. Refreshments will be served. Reservations requested.