
What is the Allam House?
An historic farmhouse on the Veterinary School’s beautiful campus at Kennett Square. The ambiance found here makes a warm, inviting environment perfect for holding professional meetings, conferences, small dinners, weddings and other receptions and celebrations.
A large table in the dining room serves as the conference table and the adjoining rooms are perfect for breakouts. Conference equipment (Video, LCD, screen,) and catering are available. Each menu is uniquely tailored to meet your individual requirements.
Location:
This elegant manor house is in the center of our rural campus, making it the centerpiece of New Bolton Center’s buildings. Click here for directions to New Bolton Center.
Who can use the facility?
The house is open to Veterinary School alumni, faculty and staff, University personnel and Penn Alumni.
When can it be rented?
Allam House is available all year with the exception of the week between Christmas and New Year's.
How do you make reservations?
By contacting Jenny Armitage, Allam House Manager. She may be reached by phone at 610-925-6341 or by email at jarmitag@vet.upenn.edu.
About Jenny Armitage:
- Graduate of LeCordon Bleu
- Owned catering business for 15 years
- Attended Emril’s restaurant school in Louisanna
- Attended Rich’s Food school in NY state
- Jenny is interested in every aspect of food (cooking, presentation, etc…everything from the ground up…how food pairs with wine, etc.)
- Jenny is also an event planner – negotiates with vendors to plan your event
- Jenny has 11 years of experience at the Allam House
Allam House has hosted annual events for the following organizations:
- Penn Nursing
- Penn IT (Informational Technology)
- Penn Human Resources
- Dr. Sue McDonnell's short courses
- The United Way
- PA Horse Racing Commission
- PA Harness Racing Commission
- Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association (PVMA)
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