Spring & Summer C a l e n d a r o f e v e n t s

2018

MaYMont MeMBer eGG-stravaGanZa

A special egg hunt at the Farm just for members! Membership required; space is limited. Ext. 313.

t I M e t r av e l e r s W e e K e n d

Victorian ladies and gentlemen bring the past to life. Free admission; fee for carriage rides. Ext. 329.

sPrInG/sUMMer HoUrs at MaYMont MansIon

Tuesdays-Sundays, April 1-September 30, 11am-5pm

P e r fo r M a n C e & a r t I n s ta l l at I o nPresented BY soUnd arts rICHMond

Richmond artist David Moré performs and presents art installations throughout Maymont. Visit soundartsrichmond.com.

to d d l e r t I M e : o U t a n d a B o U t

Explore your senses around Maymont with fun activities. $36 per parent & child/$29 members. Includes Nature Center admission. 804-358-7168.

e a r lY s P r I n G Ga r d e n to U r

Learn about early flowering plants for your landscape on this evening excursion through the gardens. Ext. 310.

n e W ! e a r t H daY at M aY M o n t

Celebrate the Earth by exploring habitats, making an Earth-friendly craft and meeting an animal ambassador. $8/$6 members. Includes Nature Center admission. 804-358-7168.

to d d l e r t I M e : d oW n o n t H e fa r M

Enjoy stories, crafts and animal visits. $36 per parent & child/$29 members. Includes Nature Center admission. 804-358-7168.

s U n s e t Wa l K I n t H e Ga r d e n s

Stroll through the gardens and arboretum and take in glorious sunset views during an exclusive after-hours excursion. $10 donation. Ext. 310.

a n I M a l e n Co U n t e r s

Meet animal ambassadors during scaly, feathered and furry close encounters. $8/$6 members. Includes Nature Center admission. 804-358-7168.

MaYMont Honors WoMen’s HIstorY MontH

n e W ! P e r s I s t e n C e : t H e s aGa o f Wo M a n ’ s s U f f r aG e

Travel the arduous path forged by countless citizens who struggled to gain universal suffrage for American women. $7/Free for members. Ext. 329.

t I M e l e s s P l a n t s : t H e l eGaCY o f t H e v I C to r I a n Ga r d e n

Expert Peggy Singlemann shares her decades-long research to uncover how and why the plants we buy for our gardens have changed. $15/$10 members. Ext. 329.

Four-session program: Thursdays, March 8, 15, 22 & 29

10-10:45am or 11-11:45am

Four-session program:Mondays, April 9, 16, 23 & 30

10-11am

Saturday, March 1011-11:30am & 2-2:30pm

Register by March 9

Thursday, March 85-6:30pm

MARCH

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Sunday, March 112-3pm

ApRil

Saturday, March 249am

Sunday, April 1- Sunday, April 8

Thursday, April 195-6:30pm

Saturday, April 2110am-12pm

Saturday-Sunday March 24-25, 12-5pm

Wednesday, March 146-7:30pm

Saturday, March 31 10am-3pmThe whole family will enjoy exciting games and activities, visits with the Easter Bunny, live entertainment, food trucks and more! Event tickets required for most activities. Ext. 310.

Saturday, April 28 8am-4pmEveryone’s favorite gardening extravaganza includes 60+ vendors selling herbs, other plants, garden goods, cosmetics and more. Don’t miss the speaker series and delicious food trucks! $5/Free for members. Ext. 310.

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adventUres In veGetaBle GroWInG

Mon-Fri, 10am-3pmLearn how to grow food in small spaces.

a raBBIt on tHe CaBInet

Mon-Fri, 2-2:30pmFind the animals that “inhabit” Maymont Mansion.

tHe seCret lIfe of a vICtorIan HoUse

Mon-Fri, 3-3:45pmDiscover hidden doors, bells and other Mansion secrets.

faMIlY sCavenGer HUnt

Mon, Wed & Fri, 10am-12pmCrack codes and solve riddles on a 100-acre adventure.

PInWHeels & PastIMes

Mon, Wed & Fri, 1-2pmEnjoy hoops, races and other games from yesteryear.

BeHInd tHe sCenes

Mon, Wed & Fri, 1:30-2pmGet a special peek inside the Nature Center.

anIMal toUCH tanK

Mon, Wed & Fri, 2-2:30pm & 3-3:30pmGet up-close with some Chesapeake Bay wildlife!

neW! MaGICal storIes & lovaBle Bears PartY

Tue, 10:30am-12pm Join Pooh, Piglet and Teddy Bear on a make-believe journey.

anIMal enCoUnters

Tue & Thu, 11am-12pmMeet animal ambassadors during close encounters.

Get to KnoW tHe Goats

Tue & Thu, 1-2pmWatch training, then feed them.

Wetlands eXPloratIon

Tue & Thu, 2:30-3:30pmLearn about creatures living in Maymont’s creek.

faIrY CHase

Thu, 10:30am-12pmPlay games, make wishes and hear stories.

Spring break weekEnjoy a week of action-packed adventures! Exhibits open Monday-Sunday. Fees vary.

Monday-FridayApril 2-6

For fees & registration info, visit maymont.org/spring-break.

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sPrInG/sUMMer HoUrs at MaYMont MansIon

Tuesdays-Sundays through September 30, 11am-5pm

Beer & WIne Cl assIC

Enjoy samples of some of Virginia’s finest beverages, live music, food trucks, lawn games and more. Ages 21+. $40/$30 members. Ext. 330.

MAY Saturday, May 122pm

Register by May 11

Saturday, May 12 Rain date: May 13

7-8:30pm

Tuesday, May 155-6:30pm

Saturday, May 1911-11:30am & 2-2:30pm

Register by May 18

Friday, May 47-10:30pm

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MotHer ’ s daY te a

Enjoy this special tradition with your mother, daughter or special friend as costumed interpreters see to every detail. $25/$20 members. Ext. 329.

arIas & dUets Presented BY tHe vIrGInIa oPera

Outdoor musical relaxation at its finest with vibrant voices of the Opera and Broadway accompanied by conductor and musical guide Adam Turner.

a WalK tHroUGH tHe PollInator ’ s Par adIse

Take a walk among native plants that attract pollinators, and learn some tips along the way. $10 donation. Ext. 310.

anIMal enCoUnters

Meet animal ambassadors during scaly, feathered and furry close encounters. $8/$6 members. Includes Nature Center admission. 804-358-7168.

sPeCIal MondaY oPenInG: MeMorIal daY HolIdaY

Indoor exhibits open for the holiday. Nature & Visitor Center: 10am-5pm; Maymont Mansion: 11am-5pm.

sPeCIal eXHIBItIon and toUr

over Here: tHe W WI HoMe front

Look into WWI’s effect on the household of the Dooleys and other Richmonders. $5 donation. Ext. 329.

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Tuesdays-Sundays May 28-November 11

11am-5pm

Monday, May 28

fIve- CoUrse Beer dInner, MansIon-vIeW

Award-winning local chefs present delicious courses paired with Hardywood’s craft brews for an exceptional evening at Maymont. Ages 21+. $150 per person. Ext. 341.

Sunday, May 65:30-9pm

sPrInG/sUMMer HoUrs at MaYMont MansIon

Tuesdays-Sundays through September 30, 11am-5pm

sPeCIal eXHIBItIon and toUr

ov e r H e r e : t H e W W I H o M e f r o n t

Look into WWI’s effect on the household of the Dooleys and other Richmonders. $5 donation. Ext. 329.

fa M I lY C a M P - o U t: a n I G H t U n d e r t H e s ta r s

Explore how humans and animals alike have used stars to navigate the world during this overnight camping adventure. Ages 4+. $40 per person/$30 members. 804-358-7168.

fa I r Y C H a s e

Play games, make wishes, hear stories, receive your own wings and wand, and seek out fairies in their favorite hiding spots. $22/$18 members. Ext. 329.

Tuesdays-Sundays through November 11

11am-5pm

Friday-Saturday June 1-2, 6:30pm-9am

Register by May 31

Saturday, June 1610:30am-12pm

Register by June 15

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B U M B l e B e e Ja M B o r e e

Enjoy family activities including a live butterfly tent, puppet shows, crafts and games. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Office of Virginia Cooperative Extension. Free. 804-751-4401.

W H o ’ s aWa K e ? a fa M I lY n I G H t H I K e

Meet some nighttime residents and learn about their nocturnal adaptations through experiments, games and a hike. $8/$6 members. 804-358-7168.

Friday, June 227:30-9:30pm

Register by June 21

to U r M aY M o n t ’ s 1 0 0 aC r e s BY G o l f C a r t !

Explore Maymont’s rolling hills, fascinating history, gorgeous gardens and animal exhibits with ease during a private golf cart ride with a personal tour guide. For pricing and scheduling, visit maymont.org/golf-cart-tours.

Saturday, June 1610:30am-2:30pm

sPrInG/sUMMer HoUrs at MaYMont MansIon

Tuesdays-Sundays through September 30, 11am-5pm

sPeCIal eXHIBItIon and toUr

ov e r H e r e : t H e W W I H o M e f r o n t

Look into WWI’s effect on the household of the Dooleys and other Richmonders. $5 donation. Ext. 329.

t H e s eC r e t l I f e o f a v I C to r I a n H o U s e

Discover hidden doors and bells on a family-friendly exploration of the Mansion with the Dooleys’ maid. Ext. 329.

M aY M o n t I n t H e M o r n I n G l I G H t

Begin the day with an early morning exploration of the gardens before the temperatures rise. $10 donation. Ext. 310.

W H o ’ s aWa K e ? a fa M I lY n I G H t H I K e

Meet some nighttime residents and learn about their nocturnal adaptations through experiments, games and a hike. $8/$6 members. 804-358-7168.

Tuesdays-Sundays through November 11

11am-5pm

Thursdays, July 5, 12, 19 & 26 August 2, 9, 16 & 23

12:30-1:15pm

JulY/August

Wednesday, July 11Wednesday, August 29

8:30-9:30am

Friday, July 13 Friday, August 10

7:30-9:30pm

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to d d l e r t I M e : s U M M e r f U n

Enjoy stories, crafts and visits with the animals. Ages 1-4. $27 per parent and child/$22 members. Includes Nature Center admission. 804-358-7168.

s a M a n t H a’ s t e a Pa r t Y

The world of the 1904 American girl comes to life during games, a carriage ride, a tea party and more. Dolls are welcome! $27/$22 members. Ext. 329.

r I C H M o n d Ja Z Z f e s t I va lPresented BY altrIa

One of the largest music festivals on the East Coast, this event boasts a lineup of award-winning national talent. For info and tickets, visit richmondjazzfestival.com. Service animals only; no pets.

fa M I lY s C av e n G e r H U n t

Crack secret codes and use maps and riddles to find your way around the 100-acre estate. $15 per family/$12 members (up to four people). 804-358-7168.

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Three-session programs:Tuesdays, July 17, 24 & 31

Thursdays, August 16, 23 & 3010-11am

Thursday, July 199am-12pm

Register by July 18

Saturday-Sunday August 11-12

Saturday, August 2510am-12pm

Register by August 24

2201 Shields Lake Drive, Richmond, Virginia 23220

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MaYMont Is a 100-aCre aMerICan estate, an eXtraordInarY GIft GIven

to Us BY JaMes and sallIe dooleY WHo lIved tHere froM 1893 to 1925.

WHetHer strollInG In tHe Gardens, toUrInG tHe MansIon or feedInG

tHe Goats, tHere Is soMetHInG for everYone to enJoY.

W e d d I n G s

Begin your happily ever after at Maymont—perfect for a ceremony, reception, engagement party,

bridal portrait, rehearsal dinner and every other special moment. Call 804-358-7167.

B I r t H d aY Pa r t I e s

Choose from oodles of options for tons of fun! Feed the farm animals, search for fairies, slither with

snakes or get fancy for tea. There’s something for all ages. Call 804-358-7167.

f U n e X P e r I e n C e s

Explore 100 acres on a golf cart tour, take a horse-drawn carriage ride and go wild for personalized

animal encounters. Call 804-358-7166.

v o l U n t e e r s

Give a gift of time and talent. Volunteer once a year or every week to enhance the guest

experience or help care for the estate. Call 804-358-7166, ext. 327.

s U M M e r C a M P s

Maymont’s wildly popular summer camps offer outdoor adventures, animal encounters,

games, crafts and hands-on activities for young nature explorers. Call 804-358-7168.

G I r l s C o U t s

Earn badges and try-its, take part in a camp-in and enjoy holiday festivities and tea parties with your

fellow scouts. Call 804-358-7168.