Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion Inc.

“The board members receive copies of the 990 before the 990 is filed. Board members give their comments or corrections to the other board members. The accountant responds to the comments and makes any corrections to the 990. The board of directors approves the 990 before it is filed.”

“The governance committee of the board of directors reviews the annual conflict of interest disclosure statements for any potential conflict of interest.”

“The board reviews the performance of the executive director yearly and determines compensation using 3 criteria: 1 - comparing pay with other local museums' executive director's salaries; 2 - what the mansion can afford to pay and; 3 - performance of the executive director.”

“The federal form 990 is available upon request and on guidestar.org.”

“The mansion makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available upon request.”

“Form 990 - Part III - Statement of Service Accomplishments:”

“In 2019, Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion implemented fresh programs to appeal to and engage our Germantown neighbors. New in 2019 - COFFEE FOR NEIGHBORS was offered free of charge to anyone living in the 19144 zip code. On select Saturday mornings, Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion welcomed its fellow neighbors for complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies. Guests learned about the 1860s section of the museum and chatted with neighbors. In 2019, EMM hosted Coffee for Neighbors on February 9, April 13, June 8, and August 10. Over 120 neighbors attended. On December 14, we hosted COFFEE FOR NEIGHBORS WITH SANTA; sixty-seven people attended.”

“VICTORIAN THEATRE - Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion's Victorian Theatre Company is committed to staging plays that interpret the era between 1837 and 1901 for a contemporary audience while being surrounded by the ornate Victorian-era interiors. In 2019, Victorian Theatre presented three Oscar Wilde productions - "The Picture of Dorian Gray"- a one-man performance starring Josh Hitchens; "The Importance of Being Earnest" - a hilarious rendition of Wilde's most famous play; and "Salome" based on the Biblical story of King Herod and John the Baptist.”

“Victorian book club a.k.a. LITERARY PARLOR - Bibliophile, Kate Howe, led a monthly book discussion. The 2019 book selections included "The Big Bow Mystery," "Dr. Wortle's School," "The Heart of Darkness," "The Widow Barnaby," and others.”

“SPECIAL EVENTS - "Old Fashioned Picnic" is held on the third Saturday in May. Prizes are awarded for ring toss, scavenger hunt, and croquet. Guests dress in Victorian clothing for a photo to take home. New in 2019 - Victorian hat contest with prizes awarded in many categories and a make-your-own hat table. Hot dogs, root beer, ginger ale, and ice cream are served. Germantown's Attic Brewing Company served beer to picnickers.”

“TOURS - Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion is open for tours every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday afternoons year-round. In 2019 knowledgeable docents gave tours to over 1,000 individuals. The Mansion is Philadelphia's only authentically restored Victorian house museum; tours enlighten visitors about life in 19th century Philadelphia.”