Kilmer Mansion

01/26/2025

There is something so magical about celebrating a bride to be in a historic mansion!✨

Thank you Hannah for sharing your bridal shower with us - so that Kilmer Mansion can continue to share our story!

Cheers to a blissful wedding day!🥂

01/24/2025

Step into history with a relaxing Sunday mansion tour, perfectly paired with a cup of locally brewed coffee from Nezuntoz!

Explore old-world charm, learn fascinating stories of The Kilmer Family, and enjoy the cozy aroma of locally crafted coffee!

A delightful way to spend your Sunday, blending rich history with rich flavors!

The first floor of Kilmer Mansion is accessible; however, floors two and three are reached only by using the stairs.

We look forward to seeing you at Kilmer Mansion!

01/23/2025

Do you want the good news or the bad news?

January’s History Night - ‘Castle on the Hill’ is sold out! Bad news for folks hoping to attend!

Good News? Due to demand, we’ll be repeating the ‘Castle on the Hill’ presentation in February! Thursday, February 20th. Half way sold out already!

Grab your spot: https://friendsofkilmermansion-bloom.kindful.com/e/history-night-castle-on-the-hill-encore-presentation

01/18/2025

We already can’t wait for the next one!

Last evening our Grand Parlor with enchanting tones from Sound Therapist, , transported our guests into a state of healing. Complete moments of calm and relaxation!

Did you miss out on this one? Keep following us for the next sound bath date!

Thank you and guests for supporting Kilmer Mansion!

01/13/2025

Lisa and Tim celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary with a vow renewal at the mansion yesterday evening!

We often need to pinch ourselves! We feel incredibly grateful that in our journey to restoring and preserving Kilmer Mansion, we get to share the most cherished moments with our special guests!

🥂Cheers to Lisa & Tim, and all who are celebrating a special time in their life!

01/10/2025

If your work team doesn’t look at you the way ours does in the last photos, then …

You’re probably not playing a game called ‘incoherent.’ 😉

It’s hard to believe that less than 3 years ago, Friends of Kilmer Mansion (FKM) didn’t exist.

Less than 2 years ago we hired our first employee.

Now we have the best FKM crew we could ask for - our board, executive director, event staff, facility team, and docents! They pour their love into every task they complete, and genuine hospitality into every visitor they meet.

They are passionate about restoring the mansion, and preserving a piece of Binghamton history.

So - we celebrated them! End of the year, holiday gathering!

We enjoyed a DELICIOUS spread from ! Tunes from !Opened gifts of gratitude! AND shared in games and laughter!

01/07/2025

Create your own decorative floral HEART BOARD! Perfect for home décor! Best part? The florals last FOREVER!

Reserve your spot by January 20th.
https://friendsofkilmermansion-bloom.kindful.com/e/galentines-day-at-kilmer-mansion

Galentine’s Day is a Valentine’s Day for you and your gals. Come celebrate with a guided tutorial and refreshments!

Spend an afternoon with Michelle from Autumn Bloom’s Forever Flowers, as she guides you step by step in creating your own, personalized wooded floral heart. Hosted in the Grand Parlor of our historic mansion! Autumn Bloom's Forever Flowers

Craft Includes:
-10x10 Wood Board (choice of color)
-Sola wood flowers (choice of color story)
-All tools & supplies needed to complete the craft
-Hands on guided tutorial

You’ll receive an email requesting your board and color selections. *If a response is not received, selections will be made for you.

10x10 Wood Choices:
-Grey Wash
-Medium Stained

Color Story Choices: all will include ivory
-Dusty Rose
-Wood (wood bark flowers)
-Pale Blue
-Rainbow
-All Ivory

01/06/2025

Celebrating Psychic Christopher Stilson! It's his birthday month! Ask him TWO questions!

01/06/2025

We are taking questions! Which event would you like to know more about? Need a description? Registration fee? Comment below!

Reminder! Tomorrow (1/6) at 9AM - going Facebook LIVE with Psychic Christopher Stilson! You get a chance to ask him TWO questions!

01/05/2025

Have a burning question about your future? Looking to hear from a loved one?

A gift for YOU from Psychic Christopher Stilson in celebration of his birthday month!🥳 Psychic Christopher Stilson

Christopher will be with us at the mansion this Monday, January 6th! Join us on Facebook at 9am EST. We are going LIVE!!

You’ll get a chance to ask Christopher TWO questions!

Don’t miss this opportunity and get to know Christopher before his Birthday event at the mansion on January 25th! (Limited spots remaining!)

Mark your calendars and set your iPhone reminders for this Monday, 9am!

Want to sign up for the Birthday, January 25th event? https://friendsofkilmermansion-bloom.kindful.com/e/psychic-christopher-stilsons-birthday-

01/02/2025

‘Mr. Good Lookin’ Is Cookin’’ the most delicious waffle bar for this soon to be Mrs.!!

Can you think of a more exquisite place to sip a mimosa, savor a croissant, and celebrate a bride-to-be? Us either!😉

Thank you Kaitlin and Kyle for sharing your wedding shower with Kilmer Mansion!🥂

Which beverage or treat would you reach for first?🍴☕️

01/01/2025

These photos look like it's about us. But, it's about you and everyone you represent.

👉🏻It's the visitors who’ve joined us for tours and public programs.
👉🏻It's the amazing community partners who’ve collaborated with and sponsored us along the way.
👉🏻It's other historic sites who supportingly share our passion.
👉🏻It's the clients who’ve chosen Kilmer Mansion for their special events.
👉🏻It's the skilled contractors restoring our historic gem.
👉🏻It's organizations that have recognized our efforts through an award, historic signage or funding.
👉🏻It’s the local representatives backing the importance of historic preservation.
👉🏻It’s the press covering and sharing our story.
👉🏻It's donors who have generously given.

To our incredible supporters, from Friends of Kilmer Mansion's volunteers, staff, and board members—we thank you for your dedication and passion, fueling our mission every day. We thank you for helping us grow through your generosity.

Here’s to an even brighter 2025 filled with restoration progress, community connection, and celebration! 🥂✨

12/30/2024

Our tours are so entertaining that kids fall down laughing!😉

If you live in Broome or Tioga County - chances are you’ve driven by 9 Riverside Drive (That’s us! The Castle looking thing!) many of times.

But, have you seen inside? Do you know the history? Have you heard the stories?

You should! Take a guided tour! We think you’ll enjoy it AND you’ll learn vital Binghamton history.

Next Guided Tours:
Sunday, January 19th 11:30am featuring Strange Brew NY coffee!

Wednesday, January 15th, 22nd, 29th at 11am.

Book Your Tour: link in bio

12/27/2024

Searching where to host your event? Here are 5 totally valid reasons to skip Kilmer Mansion… unless you enjoy jaw-dropping architecture, charming ambiance, and a setting that will leave your guests in awe.🙃

Spoiler: We are being sarcastic. You should definitely schedule a tour with our Event Coordinator. DM us, click over to our website or call 607.205.3223 Extension 1.

Did we mention booking your event at the mansion means supporting future restoration projects? 🫶🏻

12/20/2024

Gift Certificates are here!!

Purchase a gift certificate for a loved one this season! Call 607.205.3223 Ext 1

Gift Certificates available for the following January 2025 events:

🎁1/17 Sound Bath $45
🎁1/23 History Night $10 (Stocking Stuffer!)
🎁1/25 Psychic Christopher Stilson $38
🎁1/26 Bunco League Membership $60
(1/26, 2/23, 3/10)

Gift Certificates support ongoing mansion restoration. Thank you for giving the gift of history!

12/19/2024

Our Elf on the Shelf, Mitzvah Moose, and Festive Friends are taste testing the hot cocoa for tomorrow’s (Thur 12/19) History Night!☕️✨

They are eagerly awaiting visitors! Come listen to a fascinating presentation on Downtown Binghamton’s art & architecture!

Better watch out though! Our Elf on the Shelf likes to decorate visitors’ hair with sparkly sprinkles and mini marshmallows!✨✨

We need names for our friends! Any suggestions?

Reserve your spot: https://friendsofkilmermansion-bloom.kindful.com/e/history-night-downtownbinghamton

12/18/2024

Wondering about events & happenings in the area? Tune into WBNG ‘Around The Tiers’ on weekdays at 3pm! WBNG 12 News

Here’s what we chatted about with Avery!
-Two more public events remain for 2024! This Thursday 12/19 History Night and Monday 12/30 Hot Cocoa Guided Tour! Grab your spot now!
https://kilmermansion.org/experience/upcoming-events/

-Holiday Gift Certificates available for January events! Call 607.205.3223 Ext 1 to purchase.

-The East Porch will be available to rent starting Spring 2025! Check out kilmermansion.org for private rental rates.

Registering for a public program, renting the mansion for a private event and/or purchasing a gift certificate supports our restoration work! Thank you for preserving a piece of history with us!

12/18/2024

Click for the full interview! Thanks Avery and WBNG 12 News for hosting us!

The group is also excited about recent restoration milestones.