Lynnewood Hall is a 110-room Neoclassical Revival vacant mansion in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. It was designed by architect Horace Trumbauer for industrialist Peter A. B. Widener and built between 1897 and 1900. Considered the largest surviving Gilded Age mansion in the Philadelphia area, it housed one of the most important Gilded Age private art collections of European masterpieces and decorative arts. The mansion has been abandoned for years and was recently for sale for $11 Mil. The mansion has 70,000 sq foot of space. Photo by Andrew Goldman.

To read more about Lynnewood Hall, including viewing some of the interior, visit www.historicalhomesofamerica.com/post/Lynnewood-hall

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... Read moreLynnewood Hall stands as a remarkable symbol of the opulence and architectural grandeur characteristic of the Gilded Age in America. Beyond its impressive size and architectural significance, this mansion was home to one of the most distinguished private art collections of European masterpieces and decorative arts, reflecting the refined tastes of industrialist Peter A. B. Widener. The mansion’s Neoclassical Revival style, designed by Horace Trumbauer, showcases the era’s fascination with classical elements such as grand columns, elaborate stonework, and symmetrical design, underscoring the cultural aspirations of its owner. In recent years, Lynnewood Hall’s status as a vacant mansion has attracted attention from historians, preservationists, and potential buyers interested in restoring its former glory. Covering an expansive 70,000 square feet with 110 rooms, the estate offers unique opportunities for preservation and adaptive reuse, making it a significant case study for historic home conservation efforts. The mansion’s $11 million listing price reflects not only its size but also its historical and architectural value, which continues to captivate enthusiasts of American history and architecture. Although the mansion remains unoccupied, efforts to document and share its rich interior and art collection continue through online platforms such as www.historicalhomesofamerica.com, providing a virtual window into the luxurious lifestyle of the Gilded Age elite. Visitors and scholars alike can explore detailed photographs and narratives that shed light on this architectural treasure’s role in the cultural and industrial development of the Philadelphia area. For those interested in historic mansions and the stories they embody, Lynnewood Hall offers a fascinating glimpse into the past—a legacy of wealth, art, and architectural innovation waiting to be rediscovered and preserved for future generations.

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wow, hope the buyer will restore its glory.

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