Portsmouth RI's Glen Manor House Celebrates 100 years with a Family-Friendly Open House

Portsmouth’s Glen Manor House is celebrating its 100th birthday.  It was designed by internationally-famous architect John Russell Pope (who also designed the Jefferson Memorial and the National Archives Building)  It was built as a summer residence by for H.A.C. Taylor and his son, Moses. It became the center of a 500-acre farm, which raised competitive sheep, horses and other animals. When Mrs. Taylor died in 1959 part of the property became Elmhurst School and later was purchased by the town.

You  are invited to celebrate the anniversary of Glen Manor House on Wednesday, August 16th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. 

Enjoy live music by local favorite Deja Vu! Food trucks will be on site  (think Mexican, pizza and Ben & Jerry’s)  or bring your own picnic. 

A short talk on the History of Glen Manor House will be presented by town historian, Jim Garman. You can tour the first floor rooms and imagine life in the 1920’s or wander the grounds and admire the beautiful landscaping and views of the Sakonnet. 

Bring your own chairs or blankets, but please leave your pets at home.

If rain threatens, the event may have to be postponed. Check www.facebook.com/PortsmouthHistoricalSociety.  Rain date will be later in the Fall.

This family-friendly event is brought to you by the Friends of Glen Manor, Portsmouth Historical Society and Russell Morin Catering & Events