Bryn Athyn Historic District
Cairnwood Estate
Shannon K. Walko, Director
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would like to thank the Cairnwood Board of Governors and particularly the volunteers for the
countless hours they spend in working with us to
keep Cairnwood on target with its mission.
his past year was one of transition for Cairnwood Estate. Our much-loved Director, Evelyn Stephens, retired after 9 years in her leadership
role. During her tenure, and with the guidance of
the Cairnwood Board of Governors, Cairnwood
emerged as a respected historic house museum
and has become one of the premier event locations
in the Philadelphia area. We are deeply grateful
for her years of dedicated service to this Historic
Landmark property.
A host of steadfast employees and volunteers
continue to work to preserve Cairnwood through
events, fundraising, academic programs, and
tour revenue, while carefully managing operation
costs. The ever growing historic programs have
been managed by Lisa Parker-Adams, Director of
History & Education. Events, sales and operations
have been managed by Shannon Walko, with support from Melissa Arrimour, Cairnwood Operations Manager. A new Visitor Services Coordinator position was created to assist guests throughout their visit in the Bryn Athyn Historic District
and to provide a gracious and hospitable presence
located at the Garden House front desk. The staff
Revenue Productions
Private rentals of Cairnwood continued to be positive. Over 200 scheduled events were hosted at the
estate from July 2012 through June 2013, including: 125 weddings, 36 private events, 24 rehearsals, a fundraising gala, photo-shoots and Garden
House rentals. The past year was the first in which
Cairnwood operated without financial support
from the Glencairn Endowment. Expenses for
maintenance, operations, personnel, Academy
shared service allocations, and contributions to
the Historic District and Bryn Athyn borough totaled $856,167 for the year. The estate finished out
the year with gross revenue of $1,115,602 and a net
surplus of $122,811 after depreciation.
Net proceeds will fund upcoming capital improvements including exterior painting, updates
to the security system, renovation of the downstairs men’s restroom, repairing the library ceiling
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