The Highlands Mansion and Gardens, located in Fort Washington, PA, is a 59-acre historic site showcasing a late 18th-century Georgian mansion alongside a meticulously curated two-acre formal garden. Surrounded by imposing stone walls, the gardens provide a stunning example of early 20th-century estate gardening, blending horticulture and architecture in a unique manner.
This historical landmark boasts nine outbuildings, including a bank barn, springhouse, greenhouse, smokehouse, and a charming Gothic Revival gardener's cottage, adding to the picturesque charm of the estate. The restoration efforts by The Highlands Historical Society have been ongoing since 2001, aiming to revive the gardens to their original splendor of the 1920s and 1930s, with recent major restoration projects in the mansion, gardener's cottage, formal gardens, and north lawn.
Visitors are invited to explore the gardens and grounds from dawn to dusk daily, with historic tours of the mansion available by appointment on select weekdays. The Highlands offers a truly distinct backdrop for special events, such as weddings, within its elegant mansion featuring spacious rooms, high ceilings, and the enchanting ambiance of the surrounding estate, making it a memorable setting for any occasion.
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