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On home & history

Immerse yourself in our collection of books exploring the intersection of art, interior design, history, and restoration from the likes of Elizabeth Meg Schaefer, the late curator of Wright’s Ferry Mansion, and James Archer Abbott, the historic property’s Executive Director.

Wright’s Ferry Mansion: The House (volume 1)

Elizabeth Meg Schaefer

This beautiful volume tells the fascinating history of the restored house and its original owner Susanna Wright, who was a friend of Benjamin Franklin and other luminaries of early Pennsylvania.

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Wright’s Ferry Mansion: The House (volume 1)

Wright’s Ferry Mansion: The House, The Collection (Volumes 1 & 2)

Elizabeth Meg Schaefer

These paired volumes document the fascinating history of the restored house and its original owner Susanna Wright, as well as introduce a cross-section of Wright's Ferry Mansion's collection of fine and decorative arts.

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Wright’s Ferry Mansion: The House, The Collection (Volumes 1 & 2)

Designing Camelot The Kennedy White House Restoration and Its Legacy

James Archer Abbott (lead author, with Elaine Rice Bechman)

This hardcover volume celebrates the sixty-year legacy of one of the most influential interior design projects in American history, the restoration of The White House by First Lady Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy.

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Designing Camelot The Kennedy White House Restoration and Its Legacy

Note: Wright's Ferry Mansion, the 2-volume set, is available at the end of each tour or can be ordered by calling the Business Office at 717-684-4325. Wright’s Ferry Mansion currently only accepts cash or checks.

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