Mansion Monthly 

October 2012 

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Preserve your place in history....here's how... 

-Support new educational programs

-Support publications utilizing our documents

-Help with brick and mortar projects to maintain the home


You can make a difference!

Please consider providing a lasting personal legacy that will positively impact future generations.

The following is a sample of ways to help:

- By Will or Living Trust

- Cash/Check

- Real Estate

- Life Estate

- Publicly Traded Securities

- Life Insurance Policies

- Charitable Remainder Trust

- Charitable Lead Trust

- Charitable IRA's

 

For more information, answers to your questions, please contact the Conrad Mansion Museum through our website
 or at 406-755-2166.  We will be pleased to work with you, your family and your tax advisor to carry out your philanthropic goals.  As a 501(c)(3) corporation, #51-0166540, any contributions to the Museum are tax deductible under state and federal tax laws.

 

Become a Member

Annual Membership Benefits

- Unlimited free admission

- 10% discount in gift shop

  (except consignment items)

- Discounts on special events

- Subscription to newsletters

 

Your tax deductible donation helps to support ongoing improvements, exhibits, and the careful conservation of the most complete pre-1900 Victorian home built in the Montana Territory.  Thank you for preserving our local history and heritage.
Full membership information  at
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Did You Know?

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The City of Kalispell owns the Conrad Mansion Museum but we do not receive any assistance to operate the Mansion. 

Here's a sampling of the average annual expenses at the Mansion that your support helps to fund. 

Water to keep the grounds looking beautiful, $2,100; Gas to keep the Mansion warm, $5,000; Electric to keep the lights on, $2,600; Telephone & Internet to communicate, $3,500; Insurance to protect the Mansion, Staff & Directors, $6,762.

 

How can you help?

By becoming a member, attending events, or making a donation, you are helping to preserve the Conrad Mansion Museum. 

As a 501(c)(3) corporation, #51-0166540, any contributions to the Museum are tax deductible.

 

Our Wish List

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Sometimes our members and friends have items they no longer need or new items they'd like to give to the Mansion. 

 

Here is a our current Wish List:

Wireless keyboard & mouse

Lateral file cabinet

LaserJet printer w/fax capabilities

Copy machine

Cash Register for gift shop

Heavy duty storage racks

Heavy duty extension cords

(50 foot & multiple outlet)

Chain saw / tree trimmer  

 

Conrad Mansion

At Your Service

Executive Director:
Gennifer Sauter
Assistant Manager:

Margot Jaumotte
Maintenance:
Tisch Haas
Gardener:
Terry Eacker
Guide & Gift Shop Staff:
Cindy Conner
Sharon Pearson
Mary Miers
Michelle Morgan
Virginia Swan
Mary Meister
Mallory Crusta
Brit Clark
Caitlin Smith
Megan Larsen
Media Coordinator:
Kristen Hamilton

Board of Directors:
Mark Norley
Everit Sliter
Theresa White
Sue Corrigan
Teri Iwersen
Beth Collier
Gary Havens
Rita Fitzsimmons
Vanessa Ceravolo
Gini Ogle
Colleen Unterreiner
Chris Vick

Regular Volunteers:
Heather Houseworth
MaryLou Lumpkin
Marilyn Frey
Teresa Knutson
Marilyn Reynolds
Richard Hardesty
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Conrad Mansion Museum
330 Woodland Avenue
Kalispell, MT  59901

406-755-2166

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Greetings!

 

Hello from the Mansion!

 

There are only a few days left to enjoy a standard guided tour at the Mansion until next spring.  Our regular season concludes on Sunday, October 14th with our last tour at 4pm.

 

In the next couple weeks, we'll be preparing for Mrs. Conrad's favorite time of year - Christmas!  There are many opportunities to see the Mansion beautifully decorated for the holiday season.  Details of all the upcoming Christmas events are included in this newsletter.   

 

It's also time to become a member if you're not already.  Memberships purchased or renewed between now and December 1st, 2012 will receive 2 months for Free.  Memberships can be used for special ticket pricing and discounts in the gift shop.  Click here for a membership application and start receiving benefits today!

 

Thank you, as always, for your support of the Conrad Mansion Museum!

 

Gennifer, Margot & the Mansion Staff

 

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Christmas at the Mansion
October 26, 27 & 28
Christmas Tree
 

 

It's time (yes, it really is!) to get in the holiday spirit - even if it's only for the weekend! 

 

Join us on Friday night (Oct 26) for the Preview Party where you can enjoy the beautiful Christmas decor, sip champagne and feast on delicious appetizers while strolling throughout the rooms of the Mansion viewing wonderful craft and gift items.  Early buying privileges is a bonus!  Advanced tickets are required and available at the gift shop or by calling the Mansion at 406-755-2166.  Preview party is $40 for members and $45 for non-members.

 

On Saturday & Sunday (Oct 27 & 28) come enjoy the Mansion while getting some early holiday shopping done.  Only $5 at the door.  Lunch is available for purchase on the porch throughout the weekend.  

 

Please support the Mansion by attending this special holiday event!  

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Christmas Tours

 

From November 23 until December 22, we are offering weekend tours at the Mansion.  It's a wonderful opportunity to share the Christmas Spirit with friends and family. 

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Fridays & Saturdays
Tours at 11am, 1pm & 3pm 
Reservations suggested

Sundays
Tours at 2pm
Reservations required

Call the Mansion at 406-755-2166 for more information and reservations.

Tours are $10 for adults, $9 for seniors, $6 for students ages 12-17, and $4 for children 11 and under.

  

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Saturday Christmas Tea & Tour
December 1, 8 & 15

Conrad Tea Set  

Imagine spending a cold December afternoon at the Mansion sipping tea and enjoying delicious food then tour the beautiful house fully decorated for Christmas.

  

These special Tea & Tour events are only offered December 1, 8 & 15.  Reservations are required in advance so please give us a call at 755-2166. 

 

Tea & Tour is $25 per person.

  

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Children's Christmas

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Santa is coming to town and will be at the Conrad Mansion Museum on December 13th to meet with your children and hear their Christmas wishes.

 

This special event is cherished by all!   

Be sure to call ahead for your reservation.   

 

 

Tickets include a keepsake photograph, a short tour of the Mansion and a goodie bag for your child.

 

Prices are $10 for children and $5 for adults.

  

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 Conrad Mansion Museum Photographs


Photograph Book

 

The Conrad Mansion Museum Photographs book is at the printers and we expect delivery in time for the Christmas at the Mansion Bazaar. Visit every room of the Mansion any time of year with this beautiful pictorial book. This makes a terrific gift and helps support the Museum. Call the Mansion at 406-755-2166 or email us at info@conradmansion.com to order your Photographs book.

 

A special THANK YOU to Rita Fitzsimmons and to our sponsors who helped make this project a reality.  Please visit this link for a full list of sponsors with links to their websites.  

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 What & Where is this in the Mansion?


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There are so many unique items and features of the Mansion!  Have you seen this?  Drop us an email if you can guess what the above image is on and where it can be found at the Conrad Mansion.  Answer will be in next month's newsletter.

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 Last month's answer...

Window

 

The image depicted last month is Alicia's name scratch on a window in the Billiard room at the Mansion.

 

Alicia actually scratched her name in two windows in the Mansion.   The other one is in the Grey room.

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Thank you for your support!

  

The Conrad Mansion Museum relies on members support, donations, tour proceeds, gift shop sales, and volunteers to help keep the Mansion as one of the most beautiful historical landmarks in the Pacific Northwest. 
 
For more information on how you can help, visit our website at www.conradmansion.com.