named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Events & Programs
Hosts public events including history nights, art exhibits, music concerts, psychic readings, and DIY arts nights to engage the community.
Guided Tours
Offers monthly guided tours of the mansion for $12, showcasing its history, architecture, and restored spaces to the public.
Mansion Restoration
Undertakes structural and interior restoration projects, including chimney repairs, terrace reconstruction, and room renovations to preserve the historic building.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 2 activities
- Conducts physical restoration and preservation of Kilmer MansionUndertakes structural and interior restoration projects at Kilmer Mansion, including repairs to porches and terraces, restoration of the east chimney, refinishing of hardwood floors, kitchen refurbishment, and creation of historical displays. These efforts address deterioration and maintain the historic integrity of the building.
- Funds restoration of Kilmer Mansion through fundraising and merchandise salesRaises financial support for the preservation and restoration of Kilmer Mansion through donations, sales of a book on Willis Sharpe Kilmer, and sale of custom merchandise such as ceramic mugs created in collaboration with local artists. These efforts provide ongoing revenue for maintenance and capital projects.
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Guided Historic Site Tours 1 activity
- Hosts public tours and educational programs at Kilmer MansionOffers guided tours of Kilmer Mansion once or twice per month on select weekends, highlighting its history, architecture, and restored spaces. Tours are offered for $12 per admission and include thematic events such as History Night.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Operates Kilmer Mansion as a rental venue for private eventsManages Kilmer Mansion as a venue for private celebrations including weddings, birthday and anniversary parties, photoshoots, and other special events. Includes dedicated spaces such as a renovated bridal suite and powder room to support event use.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organizes community events and public programs at Kilmer MansionHosts recurring community events including art exhibits, music concerts, sound baths, DIY arts nights, bunco games, lectures, and family-friendly activities such as Decorating Cupcakes. These programs are open to the Binghamton community and aim to engage diverse audiences in cultural and social experiences.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$173K
Contributions & grants$96K56%
Program service revenue$76K44%
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$134K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$84K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$86K
Cash—
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Net assets$83K
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue +59.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- DEBORAH EPSTEIN — DIRECTOR
- JEFFREY STROSBERG — DIRECTOR
- JOHN DARROW — DIRECTOR
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Bill Orzell Partner — Author who donates proceeds from book sales to Friends of Kilmer Mansion.
- Rachel C. Pottery Partner — Collaborates with Friends of Kilmer Mansion to produce custom ceramic mugs featuring the mansion.
- Temple Concord Government — Former steward of the Kilmer Mansion, maintaining it from 1950 until present.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Art-Community Partnerships for Preservationmethodology: community-art-partnershipBy collaborating with local artists, we generate community investment in preservation, because linking local artistry with historic sites creates economic and cultural value that sustains public interest.
- Community-Engaged Historic Preservationmethodology: community-engaged preservationBy involving the community in the stewardship and funding of Kilmer Mansion, we produce sustainable preservation and stronger civic connection, because shared ownership fosters long-term commitment and collective responsibility.
- Cultural Heritage as Community Connectormethodology: cultural_heritage_preservationBy preserving and promoting Kilmer Mansion as a cultural landmark, we strengthen community identity and continuity, because shared heritage fosters a sense of belonging and intergenerational connection.
- Stewardship Model for Historical Preservationmethodology: historic_preservation_stewardshipBy positioning the organization as a long-term steward of Kilmer Mansion, we ensure its preservation and community relevance, because institutional accountability and responsibility enable sustained maintenance and programming.
- Story-Based Heritage Educationmethodology: story-based heritage educationBy using narrative storytelling in guided tours, we deepen public engagement with history, because stories make historical and architectural significance more relatable and memorable than factual recitation alone.