Kilmer Mansion to host ‘National Register Marker Dedication Ceremony’

BINGHAMTON (WBNG) -- Friends of Kilmer Mansion is hosting a “Marker Dedication Ceremony” celebrating Kilmer Mansion being placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Mansion was originally placed on the National and State Historic Places list in 2006; this is all thanks to the funding of the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, which funded the historic marker, a proper dedication can take place.

The Kilmer Mansion was built in 1898. It became known for the world-famous Swamp Root, founding the Binghamton Press and owning the 1918 Kentucky Derby-winning racehorse “Exterminator.”

Kilmer Mansion is now used for tours, gatherings, public programs, private gatherings and events.

The dedication ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 30, at 6 p.m. at the Kilmer Mansion.