Support Our Efforts 

Revitalization Project

The estate is undergoing necessary enhancements to refresh the 200-year-old property. Our goal is to keep the Mansion a mainstay tourist and historical attraction of Newfane.

Upcoming Projects

  • New & upgraded kitchen appliances
  • New rental amenities
  • New displays
  • Continued deep cleaning
  • Extensive electrical upgrades

Continuing & Completed Work

  • Reworking the estate's landscaping
  • Updating entryway displays
  • Assessing displays and collections
  • Upgraded cleaning supplies
  • Second floor redesign
  • New chairs for indoor events
  • Reorganizing first floor spaces
  • Repairs to the roof and skylight area
  • Repairs, cleaning, and painting the lower veranda

Future Projects

  • New northside wheelchair ramp
  • Updated ADA compliant bathroom
  • New at-the-road sign
  • More building repairs
Funds Raised Since 2022:

funds raised

Want to join the committee to help with projects? Please Email Us.

PayPal:

Venmo:

Send to (listed under charities)

@NewfaneHistory

Mail a check:

(include "Van Horn Mansion" in subject line) Town of Newfane Historical Society, P.O. Box 115, Newfane, NY 14108

 

Special Thanks to our Donors

Thanks to everyone who has contributed toward the Van Horn Mansion's upgrades since 2022. This includes many anonymous and small donation supporters. We appreciate everyone's help in reaching our goals!

Phil & Beth Banks
The Banks Family in honor of Grace and Adrian Banks
Ann Bixler
James Boles
Tom Beilein
Stephen Comings
Community Partnership Program Fund w/ Niagara County Economic Development Committee
Cynthia Dodge
Anne Fanton
Tamela Faulkner
Shawn Foti, Legislator
Sally Guthrie
Paul Hartigan
Franklin and Glen Klumpp
Susan Klute
Carolyn Leibring
Linda Lohr

Jean Linn
Linda Lohr
The Mater Family
The Miller Family
Carmen Miller
Jane Navarro
Newfane Lions Club
Clare Oakes
Jessica Paananen
Gertrude Palmer
Judy Sears
Rebecca Schweigert
George Taylor
Mary Utel
Thomas & Gail Walder
James Wendler
Jean