Stay Connected: Monthly Volunteer Newsletter

We are committed to keeping our dedicated volunteers connected and engaged. The monthly volunteer newsletters are archived below as downloadable PDFs. Enjoy reading readings articles, news, and updates from the Hillwood staff. 

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January 2024 | Topics: February 2024 Schedule Open • January 2024 Closure • Volunteer Lounge Update • Mansion Updates • From Eagles to Egalsoft: Eyemats Installation in Hillwood’s Russian Porcelain Room • Hillwood at the Washington Winter Show • 2024 Garden Docent Training • Upcoming Volunteer Education • Museum Shop News • Staff Updates

February 2024 | Topics: March 2024 Schedule Open • Volunteer Lounge Update • 2024 Guest Passes • Volunteer Business Meeting • Visitor Center Restroom Project • Mansion and Exhibition Updates •  Museum Shop News •  BUCOLIA – MK Bailey’s Exhibition at Transformer •  Membership Survey •  Lecture Recordings Now Available •  2024 Garden Docent Training • Upcoming Volunteer Education

March 2024 | Topics: April 2024 Schedule Open • Save the Date: Volunteer Appreciation Reception • New Volunteer Opportunity: Family Art Volunteers • Mansion Update and Exhibition News • A Night in Paris, 2024 Valentine’s Event • Celebrating Orchids at Hillwood • Museum Shop News • State of Sustainability • Staff Update: Visitor Services • Upcoming Volunteer Education • Lecture Recordings Now Available • Volunteer Reminders

April 2024 | Topics: May 2024 Schedule Open • Save the Date: Volunteer Appreciation Reception • Volunteer Lounge in the Butler’s House: Open on April 16 • Second Floor Gallery: Understanding Post’s Legacy • Visitor Center Restroom Project Now Complete • “Porter le chapeau:” Celebrating French Milliners in Hillwood’s Collection: Madame Georgette • Museum Shop News: Spring has Sprung in the Museum Shop! • Mark Your Calendars: Alice Woods Pop-up Shop • Japanese-Style Garden YouTube Tour • Upcoming Volunteer Education • Lecture Recordings Now Available