Founders Circle Events

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Founders Circle Events
  • 2024 Events

2024 Events

Meals in the Meadow

Saturday, July 13th

The FARM Institute, Edgartown

5PM – 10PM

Join us for a special evening at The FARM Institute, a place where we celebrate farm, food, and community. Gather together to enjoy a farm-to-table dinner, silent auction, and live music from The Sultans.  

Proceeds support our farm-based education programs, including providing scholarships and free field trips for Island students.

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Naumkeag Garden Party

Saturday, July 20th

Naumkeag, Stockbridge

4PM- 7PM

Experience the magic of Naumkeag’s extraordinary gardens and rare shingle-style home while enjoying seasonal cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and live entertainment. 

Join us at our annual garden party to raise crucial support for our continued stewardship and programming of Naumkeag and all Berkshire region properties. 

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Coffee in the Garden

Thursday, July 25th

Armstrong-Kelley Park, Osterville

9:30AM- 11AM

Please join us to celebrate the revitalization of Armstrong-Kelley Park. We’ll enjoy coffee, treats, and a tour of this nearly 100-year-old park.

Last fall, The Trustees completed a two-year revitalization effort, which included installing all new ADA-accessible paths, building a new central lawn, expanding the water garden, constructing a new parking area, planting thousands of trees, shrubs, and plants, and redesigning the children’s play garden.

This project ensures Armstrong-Kelley Park will be a special place to explore and enjoy for generations to come. Thank you to supportive community members and generous donors for making it possible.

This event is complimentary and family-friendly. Advance registration is required.

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Great Point Circle Celebration

Thursday, August 15th

Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge, Nantucket

5PM- 7PM

Join us for our Annual Lighthouse Celebration! Grab your beach chairs and join us for island-inspired fare and fresh air!

All guests must have an Over-Sand Vehicle permit to get to the event. You will be able to acquire a one day event permit for your approved Over-Sand Vehicle if necessary.

Advance registration required. Kindly register by Aug. 1. Capacity is limited. 

Questions? Email events@thetrustees.org

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Party in the Paddock

Thursday, September 12th

Appleton Farms, Ipswich

5PM

Join us for an enchanting evening amidst the rustic charm of the stone paddock at our beloved Appleton Farms!

Savor local, seasonal refreshments while sharing stories by the warm glow of a fire pit and partake in fundraising to support this special place. Let’s come together to celebrate the wonders of Appleton Farms and the extraordinary community that brings it to life. 

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World’s End Sunset Celebration

Friday, September 20th

World’s End, Hingham

5PM

Join us at World’s End for an evening of dinner, drinks, and community. Come and raise a glass as we celebrate this stunning landscape.

For more than 50 years, The Trustees has preserved World’s End and its 250 acres of rolling hills, Frederick Law Olmsted-designed pathways, and sweeping views of Boston Harbor.

Thanks to our loyal members and supporters, The Trustees will continue protecting this iconic destination for centuries to come.

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Roots & Resilience 

Thursday, October 17th

High Street Place
100 High St., Boston

6PM

Join us in the city for an evening of cocktails, conversation, and community as we celebrate our exciting work in and around Boston!

Through our 56 Boston community gardens, our waterfront resiliency efforts, and our education and outdoor experience programs for youth in Boston and beyond, we plan to establish The Trustees as the leading urban land conservation organization in the Commonwealth. 

Roots and Resilience event proceeds will help The Trustees expand access to fresh food, build resilient open spaces for climate mitigation, and offer more outdoor experience opportunities to youth in Boston and beyond. 

Your support is vital to helping us realize our vision of a thriving, sustainable future for Boston.

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Event details subject to change.