GROUNDS

The grounds of Glen Foerd are open daily from 8 AM to Dusk. These times may vary due to private events. Check the calendar below for more information.

You can learn more about the grounds online here. QR codes are placed around the property to provide you with information while visiting. Simply scan the code to listen or visit here.

Mansion

The mansion is open for public visitation, free of charge, on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10 AM-1 PM. Visiting the mansion includes access to areas on all four floors of the house, where pieces from Glen Foerd’s historic collection are on display alongside installations by artists in residence.

Group Tours

Group tours of Glen Foerd are available by request, but reservations must be made in advance. We are happy to accommodate parties of 10 or more for a group tour. Email Christina Acuna our Marketing and Development Manager (tinaacuna@glenfoerd.org) to schedule.

Glen Foerd is a Mansions Along the Delaware destination. Enjoy a visit to the Delaware Riverfront estates of Glen Foerd, Andalusia, Pennsbury Manor, and Grundy Mansion (available upon request). Your group will embark on an elegant bus tour to explore three centuries of gracious living in Bucks and Philadelphia Counties. You provide the bus and we provide the step-on guide to accompany you on your journey. To schedule your tour contact the Mansions Along the Delaware coordinator at 215-946-0400. For more information visit the Mansions Along the Delaware website.

ACCESSIBILITY

A wheel chair lift is available, but can only access the front porch of the mansion. A wheelchair ramp is available to access the mansion sun porch. The mansion restrooms cannot accommodate wheelchairs or walkers. Mansion tours include three floors of the home. Guests should be comfortable climbing stairs (railings are available on all staircases). For more information about accessibility, please visit this page.

ENTRANCE AND PARKING

The estate's entrance is at the crossroads of Grant Avenue and Milnor Street, Philadelphia, Pa 19114. Parking is available on-site at Glen Foerd across from the community gardens. Follow estate signage to the parking lot.

NOTICES

We have plenty of wildlife on site; please use caution and slow speeds when driving through the estate.

We currently do not have pedestrian walkways along the main drive, so please be mindful of pedestrians and dogs on the roadways. 

The estate’s boat house observation deck is currently closed for renovations.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

Glen Foerd is a Fairmount Park property.  Visitors are asked to follow the rules and regulations set forth by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation: City of Philadelphia Rules and Regulations. Regulations include but are not limited to:

  • Alcohol and smoking are prohibited.

  • Dogs must be leashed.

  • Open fireworks, sparklers, drones, and floating paper lanterns are not permitted.

  • Professional photography permits are required for wedding photography; please contact the office.

  • Please be respectful of the plants that make up our historic landscape by refraining from climbing trees or picking flowers.

  • Do not harass or disturb the wildlife while on the property.

  • Please refrain from climbing all historic statuary and structures, including buildings and railings.  

PRIVATE EVENTS

Access to Glen Foerd is restricted during private events. The estate, including its grounds, is typically closed to the public during private events starting at 3 PM. Private Events are often every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from May through October. Please reach out to our office with any questions.