IN-PERSON PROGRAM
“Before the fields have finished,
Before the Christmas tree –“
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Volunteer spots for this program are now SOLD OUT. To be on the waiting list, please email edmprograms@emilydickinsonmuseum.org.
It’s time to put Emily’s garden to rest for the winter! Join Museum staff and fellow volunteers to aid in the cultivation of the historic Dickinson family landscape. Participants will help protect, cut back, and divide plants, and tidy the garden beds before the first snowfall. Take a break to warm up with hot cider and treats!
All are welcome; no gardening experience is required. We will work in warm or (reasonably) cold weather! In the event of inclement weather requiring cancellation or postponement, participants will be notified by email.
Volunteers are encouraged to bring the following if they have them:
- Gloves
- Clean hand trowel and clippers
- Bucket
- Kneeling pad
- Water bottle
- Comfortable footwear
- Warm layers, Hat
- Small plant pot(s)
Volunteers are expected to stay for the duration of the session. Those under the age of 18 should be accompanied by an adult.