Historic mansion opens its gates as a fundraising effort for Purvis Community Health Center
On Sunday the gate leading to Elm Court opened offering some a glimpse at the mansion hidden in Butler’s hills.
Beyond the gate, a long driveway bends along the hill and showcases colorful gardens and various species of trees. Only around the final bend can anyone truly see the large mansion known as Elm Court.
In front of the courtyard was sign-in table and a No. 1, representing the start of the tours.
“It’s gorgeous,” said Conni Mazzoni, of Cranberry Township. “I grew up in Butler. I never knew it was here.”
Her husband, Bruce Mazzoni, said the property is well hidden from the road below.
“It’s like an estate in France or England,” Bruce Mazzoni said. “It’s majestic.“
The tour the Mazzoni and others bought tickets for was part of the Wine and Jazz at Elm Court Gardens fundraiser for the Jean B. Purvis Community Health Center.
The center is a nonprofit organization that provides care for uninsured Butler County residents. The center provides medical health services, as well as behavioral, vision and dental care.
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