Cairnwood Estate

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Cairnwood Estate Built between 1892 and 1895 during America's "Gilded Age," this magnificent Beaux Arts style country
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Ready for the Fae Folk to descend on the Fairy Starlight Ball 🥂
10/23/2026

Ready for the Fae Folk to descend on the Fairy Starlight Ball 🥂

Who will you become when night falls at Cairnwood?Your fairy name awaits. 🌙🧚Swipe through to discover your title, name, ...
09/17/2026

Who will you become when night falls at Cairnwood?

Your fairy name awaits. 🌙🧚

Swipe through to discover your title, name, and realm, then tell us your full fairy name in the comments!

Gather your masks and enchanted attire because on October 23rd, Cairnwood will transform into a realm of moonlight, magic and revelry for the Fairy Starlight Masquerade Ball.

🌙 Black tie & fantasy-inspired attire
🎭 Masks required • Wings welcome
✨ $100 per person
🗝️ $75 for Cairn Club Members

Whether you arrive as High Fae, a mysterious Enchantress, or perhaps a particularly well-dressed Hobbit... we’ll meet you beneath the stars.

Visit Cairnwood.org and explore our calendar of events page to purchase tickets

As our October 23rd Masquerade Ball approaches, it’s time to begin dreaming up your Fairy Starlight fashion. ✨🌙Will you ...
09/08/2026

As our October 23rd Masquerade Ball approaches, it’s time to begin dreaming up your Fairy Starlight fashion. ✨🌙

Will you arrive as a woodland fairy, draped in flowers and moss? Step out in your finest fighting leathers? Perhaps you belong to the shadows…

Whether your inspiration comes from an enchanted forest, a starlit court, or a favorite fantasy world, we invite you to make the evening your own.

✨ Black tie & fantasy-inspired attire encouraged
🎭 Masks required
🧚 Wings very welcome

October 23rd | Fairy Starlight Masquerade Ball
$100 per person | $75 for Cairn Club Members

Come dressed for a night of magic beneath the stars. 🌙✨

This summer Cairnwood’s History & Education department received a generous donation of over 120 pieces of mid to late19t...
09/03/2026

This summer Cairnwood’s History & Education department received a generous donation of over 120 pieces of mid to late19th century/early 20th century costumes, undergarments, shoes, and accessories. The remarkable private collection was lovingly curated over several decades by Cairnwood supporter and Victorian Era enthusiast Barbara Kotzin of Cheltenham Township, PA. Several pieces were worn by Barbara in the 1980s & 90s for Victorian Society of Pennsylvania events and tours of her historic home. Photo: Lisa Parker-Adams (Director of History & Education) and intern Zoe from St. Johns Academy (Annapolis, Maryland) worked for several weeks photographing and processing the collection data and preparations for storage. Stay tuned for highlights from the collection displayed in the coming years—the first of which will be included in the Christmas exhibition opening in December—Personal Style—Bustles and Frocks.

Cairnwood is committed to maintaining as many varieties of trees from the original Olmsted, Olmsted & Eliot 1892 – 1895 ...
08/30/2026

Cairnwood is committed to maintaining as many varieties of trees from the original Olmsted, Olmsted & Eliot 1892 – 1895 planting plans as possible. Nature deserves our respect—and even with the best of intentions our efforts don’t always work out! We have been trying for over a decade to successfully establish a Franklinia Tree on the property (Franklinia alatamaha). Out of a grouping of 3 in a new location, 1 is doing fairly well. Walk the grounds and encourage it to keep growing!

We are loving all of the whimsical details from Hannah and Mathew's summer wedding. 💕Photographer: Madison | Philadelphi...
08/22/2026

We are loving all of the whimsical details from Hannah and Mathew's summer wedding. 💕

Photographer: Madison | Philadelphia Wedding Photographer

Florist: Timothy McGinty

Videographer: Matt Alt Films

Attire: Jennifer's Bridal Ventresca Ltd

Jewelry: Kaplans Fine Jewelry

Hair and Makeup: ALEKSANDRA AMBROZY MAKEUP & HAIR TEAM. Philadelphia & Las Vegas.

Catering: Luxury Wedding & Event Caterer

Baked Goods: Bakers of Buffington

This historic photo taken inside the Cairnwood Estate front gate and entrance driveway shows a Tulip Poplar (Tulip tree)...
08/10/2026

This historic photo taken inside the Cairnwood Estate front gate and entrance driveway shows a Tulip Poplar (Tulip tree) visible on the left side, in the years shortly after it was planted in 1893 or 1894. Sadly, all things in nature have a life span, and this giant old tree has reached the end of the road. Today we say goodbye to this grand tree which has stood watch over the Gatehouse apartment and front gate for more than 130 years.

08/06/2026

Just a short drive outside of Philadelphia, you’ll find Cairnwood Estate, tucked within the Bryn Athyn Historic District. Join us for a guided history tour, or celebrate your special event with us.

Visit Cairnwood.org to schedule your visit

Address

1005 Cathedral Road
Bryn Athyn, PA
19006

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(215) 947-2004

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