Longwood Manor Historical Society reports volunteer hours, exhibits and grant plans at council meeting

Deborah Mikulski, president of the Longwood Manor Historical Society, told Macedonia’s City Council on April 24 that the society logged more than 1,159 volunteer hours, hosted multiple events and continues to pursue a matching grant to support restoration and programming at the Longwood Manor.

In a detailed annual report delivered during the public‑comment period, Mikulski listed acquisitions, events, maintenance work and finances. "We added $2,594.75 to our bank account ending with 5 or $7,471.95, plus the $100 from NOP‑EP grant," she said, summarizing recent deposits and grant income. She also described a $1,985.07 balance from city funds being used toward an Ohio Historical Connection matching grant application.

Mikulski recounted 2024 programming that included seven open houses, an annual ladies tea, participation in the Northfield Memorial Day parade, an outdoor band concert, a book talk and talks with local schools and volunteer groups for maintenance and restoration tasks. She thanked city staff and officials — naming Parks and Recreation Director Jason Shaddock and Samantha Edgar, marketing and special events coordinator — for assistance with projects such as tree removal and a new sign.

The society's financial and administrative notes included current nonprofit status through Feb. 15, 2026; a general liability policy through Westfield Insurance with $2,000,000 per occurrence and $5,000,000 aggregate; and ongoing efforts to replace and restore window locks and fund chimney and gutter work. The group reported that its five‑year strategic plan targets a restored manor and event schedule by April 20, 2026.

Mikulski said the society will reapply in September for a matching grant from the Ohio History Connection after an earlier unsuccessful application. She closed by expressing appreciation to volunteers and city support.

Ending: Council members thanked Mikulski for the report and noted the city had installed a new illuminated sign at the manor.