Annual Report

The unwavering support for Arch Street Meeting House Preservation Trust (ASMHPT) has been integral to our growth and success in 2023. Thanks to our donors, supporters, and community partners, we've seen a significant rise in public visitation, introduced exciting new programs, and embarked on crucial preservation work that will allow ASMH to have a bigger and better 2024. Arch Street Meeting House is now able to kick-off Fiscal Year 2023-24 with a balanced budget - a first in our history since our inception in 2011. Your support has been instrumental in promoting Quakerism, Arch Street Meeting House, and Quaker history.

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Visitation continued to rise in 2024, reflecting an increase in museum attendees, and those present for community meetings and rentals.

Income remained stable with increases in rental and visitor service revenue showing nice signs of growth.

Contributions received in 2024 reflect the strong support and engagement from our community. Additionally, grant funding continues to be crucial in sustaining operations and enabling further development of educational programs and preservation efforts. Overall, ASMHPT’s financial outlook is promising.

Alpin W. Cameron Memorial Trust

Christian R. & Mary F. Lindback Foundation

Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation

General Society of Colonial Wars

Jonathon E. Rhoads Trust

Lilly Endowment

National Park Service

Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission

Pennsylvania Abolition Society

Philadelphia Cultural Fund

Philadelphia Yearly Meeting

Quaker Buildings & Grounds Granting Group

SNAVE Foundation

Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Thomas H. & Mary Williams Shoemaker Fund

Tyson Memorial Fund

Expenses were slightly lower this year - with no significant boiler issues, ASMHPT managed to keep maintenance costs within reason while still conducting major ongoing repairs. With the addition of new staff, we increased public outreach by creating better and more accessible programs.