The Liriodendron Mansion

The Liriodendron Mansion The Liriodendron Foundation, Inc. Office hours visit by appointment. Kelly, one of the “Big Four” physicians of Johns Hopkins Hospital.

is a non-profit community organization operating the Liriodendron mansion as an event venue and offering cultural programs and exhibits. The Liriodendron Mansion was designed in 1897 by Baltimore architects Wyatt and Nolting, as the summer residence of Dr. Howard A. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Palladian mansion has been described as “belonging on the cliffs of New

port rather than on the western edge of Bel Air in Harford County, Maryland. The buildings and 108 acres of woodlands are owned by Harford County as part of Heavenly Waters Park. In 1980, with the encouragement of the county government, the Liriodendron Foundation, a non-profit Maryland corporation was created to manage the property for the public benefit and to raise funds for its support. Liriodendron was opened in September 1981 as a center for Harford County history and cultural arts. It is a historic, cultural, educational and recreational facility

Due to predicted high winds, our Winter Walk has been postponed. We will announce a new date soon. We will be open to vi...
02/16/2025

Due to predicted high winds, our Winter Walk has been postponed. We will announce a new date soon. We will be open to visitors of all ages on Presidents’ Day from 1 to 3. Come see our art exhibit and museum. And kids can go on a treasure hunt to learn more about our historic home!

Spend your snow day with us! Tour our historic mansion, take a deep dive into history in our Museum, see our new exhibit...
02/12/2025

Spend your snow day with us! Tour our historic mansion, take a deep dive into history in our Museum, see our new exhibit featuring works by Mike McKee, walk around our beautiful snowy grounds, and talk with our friendly staff about how you can have your wedding, party, or meeting at our one-of-a-kind venue.

We even have an indoor history scavenger hunt for the kids!

Wednesday Open House - 1 to 5 pm.

02/07/2025

These charming communities in Maryland are great destinations for future retirees because of access to quality medical care and natural beauty.

Opening this Sunday! Come see these unique creations by Baltimore artist Mike McKee and Baltimore artist in a thought-pr...
02/07/2025

Opening this Sunday! Come see these unique creations by Baltimore artist Mike McKee and Baltimore artist in a thought-provoking exhibit opening on Sunday, February 9 from 11 am to 3 pm.

Mike’s work is centered around ideas about time, space, spirituality, and the unknown – concepts that act as the departure points for the constructions he has been making over the last several years. Come experience Mike’s exploraion of how future moments might be captured, and how that could be achieved with devices, apparatus, and maps that aid in charting the way.
The exhibit is open on Wednesdays through April 9 from 1 to 5 pm, and on Sundays February 9, March 9, and April 13 from 11 am to 3 pm. Works will also be on view during public-facing events and may be seen by appointment.

Link in bio for more information.

Love is in the air at the Liriodendron! Visit the link in our bio or contact us to learn how you can have the most roman...
01/29/2025

Love is in the air at the Liriodendron!

Visit the link in our bio or contact us to learn how you can have the most romantic wedding at our historic venue!

410-879-4424 [email protected]

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Visit us today - and each Wednesday - from 1 to 5 to take a deep dive into history, see our art exhibit, explore beautif...
01/08/2025

Visit us today - and each Wednesday - from 1 to 5 to take a deep dive into history, see our art exhibit, explore beautiful architecture, and learn how you can hold your wedding or event at the historic Liriodendron! Admission is always free!

Happy snow day!!
01/06/2025

Happy snow day!!

We look forward to seeing you again in 2025!
12/28/2024

We look forward to seeing you again in 2025!

Wishing you a peaceful and happy holiday!
12/25/2024

Wishing you a peaceful and happy holiday!

Congratulations- you’re engaged!! Wedding planning can be a LOT, but choosing the Liriodendron as your venue can make th...
12/20/2024

Congratulations- you’re engaged!!

Wedding planning can be a LOT, but choosing the Liriodendron as your venue can make the rest so easy!

Contact us today at the link in our bio, or call 410-879-4424 to schedule a private tour and start your next steps toward saying “I do!”

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Did you know that our programs, exhibits, friendly staff, and services are supported by generous people like you?The non...
12/13/2024

Did you know that our programs, exhibits, friendly staff, and services are supported by generous people like you?

The non-profit Liriodendron Foundation relies on donations to preserve this historic site, maintain our beautiful grounds, and provide our visitors with free and low-cost programs and exhibits, including our new Liriodendron Museum.

If you enjoy taking photos at the Liriodendron, attending concerts or lectures, visiting us during our free Open House hours, taking part in our community events, or walking on the grounds, please consider making a gift today so we can keep doing all these things and more!

https://bit.ly/LirioDonate

Thank you!!

We have a few spots left for Cookies With Santa - Dec. 11 and Dec. 18! Join us for a magical morning with the Big Guy hi...
12/09/2024

We have a few spots left for Cookies With Santa - Dec. 11 and Dec. 18! Join us for a magical morning with the Big Guy himself!

Visit https://bit.ly/LirioSanta forFlavor Cupcakeryreservations.

Cookies generously provided by Flavor Cupcakery

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502 W Gordon Street
Bel Air, MD
21014

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 1pm - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5:30pm
Friday 10am - 5:30pm

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(410) 879-4424

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The Liriodendron Mansion was designed in 1897 by Baltimore architects Wyatt and Nolting, as the summer residence of Dr. Howard A. Kelly, one of the “Big Four” physicians of Johns Hopkins Hospital. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Palladian mansion has been described as “belonging on the cliffs of Newport” rather than on the western edge of Bel Air in Harford County, Maryland. The buildings and 108 acres of woodlands are owned by Harford County as part of Heavenly Waters Park. In 1980, with the encouragement of the county government, the Liriodendron Foundation, a non-profit Maryland corporation was created to manage the property for the public benefit and to raise funds for its support. Liriodendron was opened in September 1981 as a center for Harford County history and cultural arts. It is a historic, cultural, educational and recreational facility