Volunteer Appreciation Reception

When

October 5, 2026    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Where

C.W. Post Tent
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20008
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It is our pleasure to invite you to join fellow volunteers and Hillwood staff on Monday, October 5, from 5-7 p.m. under the C.W. Post Tent for a special fall reception celebrating our remarkable volunteer community.

Explore the event program below:


Event Program

5-7 p.m.
Reception, C.W. Post Courtyard

  • Museum shop open


5:45 p.m.
Remarks, C.W. Post Courtyard

  • Ellen Charles, Board President Emerita
  • Kate Markert, Executive Director


5-5:30 p.m. & 6-6:45 p.m.
Staff Presentations & Special Offerings

  • Interwoven: A Tradition of Textiles | Behind-the-scenes look at the exhibition with Megan Martinelli
  • French Porcelain Room | Overview of the newly refreshed Sèvres display with Caitlin Wright
  • Mansion Closets | Take a sneak peek into closets that are closed to the public
  • Collections & Research Center | Explore objects commemorating 50 years of Hillwood with Jason Speck


6 p.m.
Plant Give-Away

  • Select a plant favor to take home