OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 10/25 from 1-4 PM
Preserving Our Local History
Join us in safeguarding the legacy of Longwood Manor and our community.
Veteran's Room
Our new Veteran's room on the second floor is open to the public. This room is dedicated to Colonel Long for his service in World War I and II and to all those that have served our country.
Chairs were donated by the Historical Society of Olde Northfield
Military memorabilia donated by members of the community.
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENT
Come celebrate the end of our 100th anniversary with us.
Sunday, December 13, 2026 from 1-4 PM
Do your holiday shopping at our Holiday-Christmas Boutique
Special visitor from the North Pole
Take your family holiday picture at Longwood Manor.
Haunted Manor 2026
Rummage Sale 2026
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LONGWOOD MANOR OPEN HOUSES
2nd floor is now open
Longwood Manor Historical Society has been granted an occupancy permit from the city of Macedonia to open the second floor to visitors and to increase our occupancy permit to 49. Currently the living room, main bedroom, Mrs. Long's dressing room, and their bathrooms are open. We have opened part of the original manor. The remainder of the 1926 portion of the second floor is undergoing final preparations to open. Thanks to all our volunteers, members, city support and contractors over the years who have made this happen.
NEW SLATE ROOF TO START OCTOBER 26th
Longwood Manor Historical Society Meetings
Join the Longwood Manor Historical Society and be a part of the renovation and restoration of Longwood Manor. Meetings are the 4th Tuesday of the month, starting at 10AM at Longwood Manor. Meetings are on:
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Discover Our History
Our Mission
The Longwood Manor Historical Society (LMHS) s a non-profit corporation dedicated to preserve the history of Colonel William Frew Long, Longwood Manor and the city of Macedonia through the identification and restoration of historic structures, oral histories and to reach out to the community to instill the importance of saving history.
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Longwood Manor history
Longwood Manor was built in 1924; the original building was destroyed by fire and the Manor was rebuilt in 1926. It's architectural style is Tudor Revival. The restoration and updates are being funded by monetary donations, membership fees, and fundraising events,
Renovation Highlights
A brief listing of renovations accomplished to date. Thanks to our volunteers and contractors.
- In 2012 a main wooden support beam was replaced at cost.
- Spring of 2013: Artificial slate was donated to replace parts of the natural slate roof and a professional roofer donated his services. Macedonia Glass replaced 21 broken windows at the Manor at no charge Foundation waterproofing was completed for cost. Gutters and downspouts were installed or replaced. The flat roof that makes up the second-floor porch floor was replaced.
- November 2014 The Manor was Enrolled on The National Register of Historic Places.
- 2019 the slate patio on the South lawn was restored
- 2020 Nordonia Hills Garden Club received a grant to plant flower beds around the Manor.
- 2021 Mrs. Long's bathroom on second floor painted
- 2022 New flat roof was installed over public restroom and kitchen areas, Tuck pointing on south wall and chimney repairs were completed
- 2022-2023 Dining room ceiling repaired and repainted.
- 2023 Work progressing on repairs to front porch including painting of porch overhang, columns, and moldings.
- 2023 Electricity was restored to the second and third floors. Time to start repairs and painting.
- 2024 Scrapping and painting of Mrs. Long's closets, cleaning of her bathroom and beginning of drywall repairs. Removal of old radiators from the second floor. Removal of old paint cans, hoses and cleaning of the basement.
- 2025 New furnace was installed as previous one, donated by Jackson Comfort Systems, (many, many, years ago) quit working during cold weather in January. New furnace installed by Jackson Comfort Systems. New sign erected in front of Manor. Grounds cleared of underbrush. Drywall work done on second floor. Painting of multiple areas and wallpaper removal in progress. 2nd floor sitting room windows and outside walls repaired.
- 2026 Renovation of second floor east facade completed. New windows installed and door repaired.
- 2026 Circular stairway and second floor living room repainted
- 2026 2nd floor porch repairs completed
- 2026 Second Floor living room painted and open to the public
- 2026 Veteran's room painted and decorated
- 2026 NEW slate roof installed
Support Longwood Manor's Restoration
Help us preserve the history of Longwood Manor by donating towards the restoration of Longwood Manor. You can use the PayPal code at the left or mail your donation to POBox 560146, Macedonia, OH 44056.
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