The Friends of Historic Sedgeley
About Us and Our Mission
Who Are The Friends Of Historic Sedgeley?
Friends of Historic Sedgeley (FHS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit formed in 2012. Our friends are Officers and Directors of our non-profit corporation, volunteers for service projects, donors, our neighbors in Fairmount Park, generous corporate sponsors, Sedgeley Club members, and anyone who shares our common interests. We invite you to become a Friend of Historic Sedgeley at no cost to you. Friends may receive preservation project updates and news of welcome events, seminars, and volunteer opportunities throughout the year. We offer many ways for you to become involved in FHS and preserve a national landmark right here in Philadelphia.
Our Mission
The FHS mission is to maintain and preserve the Sedgeley Club building as a local and national historic landmark, and to promote the architectural and cultural significance of the boathouse and the lighthouse to the public through open houses and educational programs.
Statement
The official registration and financial information of Friends of Historic Sedgeley may be obtained by visiting www.charities.pa.gov. Registration does not imply endorsement. A copy of this organization’s financial report can be obtained by Contacting Us or by sending an email to info@friendsofhistoricsedgeley.org.
Come Visit Us
In conjunction with members of the Sedgeley Club, FHS schedules times when the boathouse is open to the public for visiting and informal tours. The lighthouse is not safe to climb, therefore access into the lighthouse is not generally offered, but may be considered upon request. To inquire about upcoming open house dates and times please check out our Blog page or send us an email at info@friendsofhistoricsedgeley.org
Preserving the Building
Our Track Record of Preservation
Over the past century, the women of Sedgeley Club have played a crucial role in maintaining the Sedgeley Club Building and overseeing the restoration of the lighthouse.
Preserving the building has been our top priority for over a hundred years.
Reflecting on the last decade, here is an overview of our significant preservation initiatives. Additionally, our dedicated members at Sedgeley Club have completed numerous other projects annually, ranging from garden upkeep to painting and plumbing tasks.
Click the button below to see what we've been working on.
