Hillwood is pleased to share the virtual volunteer education programming beginning this fall. In transitioning our educational efforts to an online platform, we hope to continue fostering your connection and engagement with Hillwood during this time of social distancing. We look forward to seeing you online in the coming weeks!
Volunteer Q&A Session: A Garden for All Seasons
Date: Thursday, September 10 (3 p.m.)
Capacity: Open to all active volunteers
Join Hillwood’s executive director Kate Markert on Thursday, September 10 at 3 p.m. via Zoom for a Q&A session on her new book, A Garden for All Seasons. In this 30-minute live session, Kate will review the main take-ways from her research, discuss the process for writing Hillwood’s newest publication, and answer questions submitted by volunteers via the Q&A feature in Zoom. An email with the Zoom link and instructions will be sent closer to the program date.
In advance of the program, we hope you will enjoy familiarizing yourself with Hillwood’s first definitive publication on Hillwood’s gardens by watching the recording of the September 2 livestream lecture and reading the book prior to the September 10 session. The book is for sale in the museum shop and Hillwood’s online store. The video link of the September 2 livestream lecture will be emailed to volunteers later that week.
Please note: To purchase tickets for the September 2 livestream lecture, visit the Events and Programs page on Hillwood’s website or call 202.686.5807.
NEW! Hillwood Huddle: Volunteer Zoom Get-together
Date: Wednesday, September 23 (3 p.m.)
Capacity: Limited to 30-45 volunteers
We are delighted to launch Hillwood Huddle, a new monthly virtual gathering for volunteers. During this informal Zoom meeting, volunteers and staff will have the opportunity to reconnect with one another and share their passion for all things Hillwood. Lisa Leyh, head of volunteer services and engagement, will host the monthly meeting, but look for other Hillwood staff to pop in and visit. The 30-minute program is limited to 30-45 people with participants divided into smaller breakout rooms.
Advance registration is required and is first-come, first-served. Click here to RSVP for the September 23 Hillwood Huddle. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive via email the Zoom link and meeting instructions. Please note: Hillwood Huddle dates for October, November, and December are forthcoming.
NEW! Horticulture Happenings: A Virtual Garden Update
Date: Tuesday, October 6 (11 a.m.)
Capacity: Open to all active volunteers
Join the horticulture department for a virtual update on Tuesday, October 6 at 11 a.m. The live Zoom session will include a presentation on the 2020 garden season with Jessica Bonilla, director of horticulture, an overview of current projects with Hillwood gardeners, and an update on the pilot horticulture volunteer program with Drew Asbury, horticulturist and volunteer manager. All volunteers are invited to attend and we look forward to gathering with you virtually. A Zoom link with the meeting instructions will be emailed closer to the event date.
Thank you for being a part of the Hillwood community!