Van Horn Mansion

12/13/2023

Thanks to everyone who volunteered and attended our Christmas Open House this past weekend! The Mansion was alive with activity, music and fun all day. Thanks for everyone's support, and hope you have a Merry Christmas!

12/10/2023

For those who asked for recipes from today's Town of Newfane Historical Society Open House, here are the jello and cookie recipes:
Christmas Finger Jello: https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a10867/christmas-finger-jello/

Double Chocolate Orange Cookies: https://www.thebakingchocolatess.com/devilish-fudgy-double-chocolate-orange-cookies/

12/10/2023

For those who asked for recipes from today's Town of Newfane Historical Society Open House, here are the dips & cheese ball recipes:
Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball: https://www.dessertnowdinnerlater.com/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball/

Peppermint Cream Cheese Dip: https://www.tastesoflizzyt.com/peppermint-cream-cheese-dip/

Knorr Spinach Dip: https://wiveswithknives.net/2013/11/20/knorr-classic-spinach-dip/

12/10/2023

For those who asked for recipes from today's Town of Newfane Historical Society Open House, here are the drink recipes:
Wassail: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/wassail-3195274
Cranberry Pineapple Punch: https://natashaskitchen.com/sparkling-cranberry-pineapple-punch/
For the punch, 64oz bottles of cranberry and pineapple juices were used, and 2 liters of gingerale (plus a little bit more).
For the ice ring in the punch, cranberry pineapple juice was used as the liquid, with sliced oranges, cranberries, cinnamon sticks and rosemary sprigs added.

12/06/2023

Only a few days left to enter our quilt raffle! Benefits our grant challenge. $5.00 Chance or 3/ $10.00; order here: http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/vhm_revproject.html

12/05/2023

**SOLD OUT** Enjoy a pleasant stroll through the Mansion, experiencing old-fashioned holiday activities. Plus view our vintage holiday decor. Tickets:
http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/vhm_christmas.html

11/30/2023

Limited tickets remain to our Christmas Open House on 12/10, so grab yours now! Order and learn more here: http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/vhm_christmas.html

11/28/2023

On this Giving Tuesday, please help support our efforts to improve our community estate, the Van Horn Mansion! Help us win a grant, enter to win a quilt, and book a private event...any support you can give helps so much. This includes spreading the word, thanks! Venmo donations quick to
http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/vhm_revproject.html

11/26/2023

** Win this Quilt! ** Help us win a grant and continue estate improvements! The Drawing happens Dec. 10, so hurry and grab your chances online now: $5.00 or 3/ $10: http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/vhm_revproject.html
(You can also see the quilt in person and grab tickets on Sundays, 1-4pm at the Mansion)

11/20/2023

Tickets are selling fast! Please join us for a fun afternoon of old-fashioned Christmas fun: https://www.facebook.com/events/1360821971445499/
ticket direct at: http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/vhm_christmas.html

11/08/2023

Please help us win a grant! You can also support us by entering to win a quilt here: http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/vhm_revproject.html

11/07/2023

Tours start this Sunday: https://www.facebook.com/events/674830967860286/674831397860243

10/30/2023

Coming up this Friday! Tickets are limited and go towards an amazing cause (Masks and costumes are optional 😍👸🎭):

10/25/2023

The night will be filled with history and mystery for all who attend.

10/25/2023

**Update: tickets are selling fast so don't wait to order!** Tickets are now on sale for our Christmas Open House! This is a unique way to celebrate the season, and we look forward to welcoming everyone into the Mansion on Sunday, December 10:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1360821971445499

10/24/2023

Book the Van Horn Mansion for your holiday gathering...or any gathering year-round! 🎄🎄🎄
Visit http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/vhm_rent.html for details and to book today. 🥂🎊🎂

10/23/2023

Support Glenwood Cemetery Lockport, New York with the upcoming fundraiser, held at the Van Horn Mansion! Order tickets online now for Friday, Nov. 3 at 6pm. Supports the cemetery, where a number of Van Horn family members are buried.

https://www.facebook.com/events/715674173708002
https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/7AN7RZGL3VDBN

10/17/2023

Win a Quilt and help us win a Grant! 🥰 Order chances now on our website to win a beautifully hand-crafted quilt by local artisan Amanda Henning. This is a fundraiser that will help us get closer to winning a $35k grant- view details and buy raffle chances now!
http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/vhm_revproject.html

09/20/2023

Join us this Sunday, Sept. 24:

Join us this month at our Apple Harvest Festival! Sunday, Sept. 24, 10am-4pm at our Country Village: http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/cv_about.html

09/20/2023

Please support Glenwood Cemetery Lockport, New York! Attend their upcoming fundraiser right here at the Van Horn Mansion on Friday, November 3rd.

Big, HUGE shout out to Kax Solutions for donating the cost of printing our masquerade ball tickets!! They're available starting tomorrow (9/20) at the Glenwood Office. Questions? Call 716-433-3060. Limited amount of tickets due to venue capacity restrictions, so don't wait too long!

08/29/2023

REMINDER: Sale this weekend! Stop in this Sat. & Sun. 12-5pm and search through a variety of items ready for a new home. Cash preferred, no holds or delivery. All proceeds go towards helping us win a challenge grant. Thanks ahead of time for your support. ☺️

08/19/2023

We're hosting a sale! For a sneak peek, visit us on Sundays, Aug. 20 & 27 (1-4pm) for first chance at sale items. Then, stop in on Labor Day weekend for a last chance at great prices! Cash preferred, no holds or delivery. All proceeds go towards helping us win a challenge grant. Thanks ahead of time for your support. ☺️

05/09/2023

The Apple Blossom Festival is happening soon! Please join us to this free admission, long-standing event in Newfane, NY. Sunday, May 21 from 10am-4pm: https://www.facebook.com/events/929153828515948

03/09/2023

Please help support our fundraising efforts. A few upgrades are coming to the Van Horn Mansion this Spring, thanks to the many donors who have already helped us. We can't wait to get started and show visitors our plans! http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/vhm_revproject.html

03/09/2023

The Van Horn Mansion is available for your upcoming event! We can host weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, showers, meetings, photo sessions and more. Please visit our website for details. Your rental helps us keep improving the estate, and we are very appreciative for the support!
http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/vhm_rent.html

12/13/2022

Join us this weekend for our final days of the year! Enjoy a Friday evening tour, Sunday afternoon tour and/ or paint night! The Van Horn Mansion will be closed for a few winter months, so please don't miss this chance to support our efforts and see our holiday decorations: http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/mansion.html

12/07/2022

Thanks so much to everyone who visited the Van Horn Mansion this past weekend! Our Christmas season still has a few more great events coming up...please make a plan to join us for our special Dec. 16 After-Hours Tour, and/or our final holiday paint night on Dec. 18!
http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/mansion.html

12/04/2022

The big day has arrived! Join us Sunday Dec. 4, 1-4pm for our Christmas Open House. Free admission, and the afternoon features carol singing, refreshments, old-fashioned games and crafts, and some light shopping. Free admission, and we're accepting donations for the local food pantry. We look forward to seeing everyone at our community event:
http://www.newfanehistoricalsociety.com/christmasseason.html