Lydia Willits-Bartholomew’s antique Meadowbrook cart

Cocktails & Carriages took place on Sunday, September 24, 2025 at Historic Waynesborough, the 18th century home of Revolutionary War hero General Anthony Wayne. Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and heard the coachman’s horn during a demonstration inside Waynesborough’s tented area. Guests also got a close look at  Lydia Willits-Bartholomew’s antique Meadowbrook cart, which due to the inclement weather, was staged in the tented area. The event was spnsored by the Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks. For over 90 years, The Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks (PhilaLandmarks) has played a significant role in the historic preservation movement in Philadelphia by restoring and presenting distinguished house museums to the public.

2. Bill Venditto and Dr. Robin Kosco-Stahl chatted with Pam Bastings in her historic costume

3. Pam Bastings and Richard and Holly Gross paused for a photo with First City Troopers Clinton Grable and Ryan Leonard during the reception

4. Jeff and Sarah Conners toasted the event with Sean Mullen

5. This gentleman demonstrated the sound of this horn to the delight of the crowd!

6. FTPCC members, Sean Mullen, Clinton Grable, Perry Gresh, Ryan Leonard and Richard Gross paused for a photo during the event.