Campaign for 2026 & Beyond
Morven's Board of Trustees is pleased to announce a campaign with 100% Board participation to enrich our exhibitions and educational programs, expand accessibility, and amplify the legacy of this remarkable institution. Now is the time to make a lasting impact. Giving to Morven Museum & Garden’s Campaign for 2026 & Beyond is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for you to be a meaningful part of a defining moment in our nation’s story. Your support will help advance the initiatives below and is critical to ensure Morven continues to shine during this historic milestone and for the next 250 years.
To further explore how you can make a difference, contact Megan Shackney at 609-924-8144, extension 101, or email mshackney@morven.org.
Funding Initiatives
Exhibitions
Our curatorial team presents extensively researched exhibitions that honor Morven’s legacy and historical place while educating and fostering intellectual curiosity and important conversations about building a greater society. Now more than ever, your investment in exhibitions secures the museum's future.
Programming & Community Outreach
Educational programming at Morven offers dynamic opportunities and experiences that deepen understanding of the museum's rich history and broadens engagement with our exhibitions. Through various formats—from lectures to workshops, guided tours, and outdoor activities—our programs and public spaces serve as a creative outlet for exploration, escape, and interaction.
Historic Preservation & Accessibility
Historic preservation and property maintenance are essential for the long-term sustainability of Morven Museum & Garden. Immediate modernization, replacement, and enhanced safety measures are vital for protecting museum investments and enriching the visitor experience. Your financial contribution for crucial improvements, broadens our outreach and guarantees accessibility for everyone.
PRINCETON GARDEN TOUR
Show your support of two beloved institutions celebrated for their historic gardens and resounding impact on the history of Princeton. Enjoy a self-guided experience starting at the Historical Society of Princeton and ending at Morven with stops in between at private gardens around town.
Campaign Testimonials
“We have chosen to contribute to this special campaign because we believe in Morven’s mission and want to see it complete its exciting infrastructure improvements as part of the 2026 celebration.”
- Carolyn and John Healey, Board of Trustees and Co-Chair of the Campaign for 2026 & Beyond
“Supporting Morven ensures that future generations can connect with the legacy that shapes our shared identity. Together we preserve a cornerstone of our past while inspiring a brighter future for all.”
- Robert “Nick” Lopez, Board of Trustees and Co-Chair of the Campaign for 2026 & Beyond
“Morven Museum & Garden is an important US landmark in the center of Princeton that no one knows about. As the former home of a signer of the DOI and the upcoming 250th of that event, I can think of no better time to support and promote Morven.”
- Sarah Ringer, Board of Trustees
“Morven has an important role to play in the founding of our nation and I am happy to support that mission.”
- Alexandra Tatnall, Morven Boudinot Society
This is a critical moment, every contribution—big or small—helps preserve this National Historic Landmark, and leaves a lasting legacy for future generations. Amid recent funding uncertainty, your involvement is more vital than ever.
Supporters
Ronnie Bregenzer
Mary Robinson Cohen
Rhonda DiMascio
Bill Ennist
Ashley and Brian Formento
Foundation of the Rotary Club of the Princeton Corridor
Glenmede
Colleen Goggins
Peter Ham
Carol Hanson
Carolyn and John Healey
Rachel and Mark Herr
Robert "Nick" Lopez
Susan and Tracy MacGregor
Liza and Sky Morehouse
Nassau Inn
Eileen and Bob O'Neil
Palmer Square
Barbara and Richard Pierce
Chris and Liza Rice
Sarah Ringer
Ellen and Gregory Rogers
The George H. and Estelle M. Sands Foundation
Georgia Schley
Ken Siegel
Alexandra Tatnall
Courtney Lederer and Mark Thierfelder
Daphne Townsend
Lisa and Michael Ullmann
Jay Vawter
Craig Wallace