Winter at Spring Hill. Tours and events may have ended, but there’s still a lot going on.
VOLUNTEERS: This is the season when plans are made for the coming months and years ahead. The Woman’s Board is busy organizing committees and arranging for the annual Spaghetti Dinner in March. Garden volunteers are meeting to select projects for the Spring. The Board of Trustees is working to recruit new trustees, select officers, discuss policy and future plans. Arrangements for Spring Hill’s two major events – Juneteenth and the Fall Festival – begin in February.
IN THE OFFICE: Winter provides the Director time to work with the collection, develop tour scripts, create marketing materials, research grant opportunities, build partnerships with other organizations, and a host of other activities that receive little attention during the public season.
ANNUAL MEETING: Perhaps the most important event of the winter is Spring Hill’s Annual Meeting, held the second Tuesday in February. At this meeting, every member may nominate and vote for fellow members to serve on the Board of Trustees. The Annual Financial Statement is presented to the members for approval, and the Board announces its plans for the coming year. To learn more about becoming a member, contact us!
VISITORS: Spring Hill retains its magical beauty all year round. In fact, many think the farm is its most charming under a layer of fresh snow. Although the Rotch-Wales house is closed, and the self-guided grounds tour is tucked away, visitors are welcome to come and experience this lovely season.
Winter is the perfect time to become a volunteer. Call the office, send an email or stop in! The opportunities are as varied as your interests.
Winter is welcome at Spring Hill. And so are you.