The Baldwin Buss Merino House
Built in 1825, the Baldwin Buss Merino House is one of the most significant historic homes in downtown Hudson.
Designed by master builder Lemuel Porter, the house is a striking example of early Federal-style architecture and has long been recognized for its craftsmanship, elegance, and historical importance.
For nearly two centuries, the home was owned by just three families, the Baldwins, the Busses, and the Merinos, each playing an important role in Hudson’s growth and community life. From early merchants and civic leaders to multi-generation local business owners, the house remained a living part of the town’s story rather than a preserved relic.
Over time, preservationists and historians worked to ensure the home would not be lost to redevelopment. In 2020, Peg’s stepped in to secure the property and partner in its restoration, launching a multi-year effort to return the house to its former beauty while preparing it for meaningful use in the community.
Today, the Baldwin Buss Merino House is an integral part of Peg’s campus. It serves as a rotating space for public art exhibits, gatherings, and special events throughout the year, offering visitors a chance to experience both historic architecture and contemporary creativity in one place. Experiences change by season, and guests are encouraged to check the campus schedule to see what is currently on view.
Together with the main gallery, gardens, and foundation headquarters, the Baldwin Buss Merino House helps create a vibrant, welcoming campus where history, art, and community come together in support of Peg’s mission to improve the lives of people with serious mental illness.
Peg`s has proudly supported the Cummings Center for the History of Psychology (@cchpsych) since its founding, helping establish what is now a @Smithsonian affiliate and one of the world`s leading collections dedicated to the history of psychology.
As part of our 25 Years of Impact exhibition, visitors can explore artifacts on loan from the Cummings Center that trace the evolution of mental health care in America. From the legacy of mental health reformer Dorothea Dix to objects that reflect life in state hospitals, these pieces offer a powerful reminder that understanding our past helps us build a more compassionate future.
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Looking back on #NAMICon2026, one message continues to stay with us: We are enough.
Peg`s President & CEO Rick Kellar and NAMI CEO Dan Gillison shared that message by wearing their @weareenough bracelets throughout the conference. On opening day, Dan joined @blakemycoskie on the main stage for a conversation about lived experience and the importance of connection.
As Dan later reflected, "Mental health support begins with connection, honesty, and community." We couldn`t agree more. @namicommunicate
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@magicaltheatreoh brings together two areas that our founder, Peg Morgan, held most dear—arts and education. Their theatrical performances embody the belief that creativity is essential to human flourishing.
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In 2020, Rick Kellar, Tyler Norris, Paul Heller, and Joe Pyle came together with a bold idea: to elevate the need for high-impact mental health funding by bringing philanthropy together around a shared vision.
That idea became @Mindful.Philanthropy. Take a minute to hear the vision behind the movement.
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