MAYMONT FOUNDATION

Media Release 
December 22, 2011 

Media Contact: Carla Murray, Assistant Director of Marketing and Public Relations
804-358-7166, ext. 315

MAYMONT'S ADVANCE PROGRAM LISTINGS
FEBRUARY - AUGUST 2012

*For program registration, call the phone number and extension listed, or view our event calendar for online registration information.

FEBRUARY 2012

Maymont’s Homeschool Mornings
MAYMONT’S BIRD ENCOUNTER
Wednesday, February 1, 10-10:30am, Nature Center
Can owls spin their heads all the way around? What adaptations help birds survive in the wild? Soar into the world of birds with an encounter that includes fun facts and a close-up glimpse of one of Maymont’s raptors. Ages 4 and older; adult must accompany child. $6 per child (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register by January 31 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

Maymont’s Homeschool Mornings
MAYMONT’S REPTILE ENCOUNTER
Wednesday, February 1, 11-11:30am, Nature Center
How do snakes smell their surroundings? Do turtles have backbones? Slither into the secretive world of reptiles with an encounter that includes fun facts and a close-up glimpse of Maymont’s reptiles. Ages 4 and older; adult must accompany child. $6 per child (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register by January 31 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

Maymont Honors Black History Month
UPSTAIRS/DOWNSTAIRS AT MAYMONT
Saturdays, February 4-25, 12:30-1:30pm, Maymont Mansion
Explore Maymont Mansion from the perspective of the employees who toiled behind the scenes to maintain a millionaire’s home in turn-of-the-twentieth-century Richmond. Visit the kitchen, butler’s pantry, back stairs, the formal spaces and more to discover how the conscientious and efficient staff went about their daily work to care for the Dooleys and their guests. $5 per person/$3 members. Registration recommended; call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

BEHIND THE SCENES AT MAYMONT
Saturday, February 4 & Sunday, February 5, 1-1:30pm, Nature Center
Walk through the Employees Only door for a special peek at the inner workings of the Maymont Nature Center. Thirteen aquariums and more than 200 animals require more care than meets the eye. Ages 5 and older; adult must accompany child. $6 per person/$3 members (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register at the Visitor Center desk on the day of the program. (Groups of 5 or more must register in advance.) For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

TODDLER TIME AT MAYMONT: WINTER WIGGLES
Four-session program: Tuesdays, February 7-28, 10-11am, Nature Center
What do snakes, owls and bears do for the chilly season? Get out of the cold and head over to the Maymont Nature Center for stories, crafts and free play as we learn about what some animals do to survive during the winter months. You and your toddler might even make a few new friends! For ages 1-4; adult must accompany child. $34 per parent and child pair/$29 members (includes admission to the Nature Center). Space is limited, and this popular program fills early. Register by February 6 online or call 804-358-7166, ext. 333. 

Maymont’s Homeschool Mornings
ONE HOUSE, TWO WORLDS AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, February 8, 10-11am & 11am-12pm, Maymont Mansion
Maymont’s unique history provides a rich resource that awakens students to ideas and events of the past and a connection to how the past affects their lives today. Examine a complex and often neglected period of history as you explore the two perspectives of employer and employee, server and served represented within Maymont Mansion. Ages 8 and older. $6 per person. Register by January 31 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

23rd ANNUAL MAYMONT FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW
Presented by MAC Events
February 9-12; Thursday: 1-9pm, Friday-Saturday: 11am-9pm, Sunday: 11am-5pm
Greater Richmond Convention Center, 400 East Marshall Street
The 23rd Annual Maymont Flower & Garden Show – a special feature of the MAC Events Home Show- Richmond – brightens the Convention Center with full-scale landscape exhibits, speaker seminars, the Great Garden Marketplace, and home-related floral displays. Come visit Maymont's Plant Sale Booth! Free parking and shuttle service available. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Maymont Foundation. For show information, call 800-322-3976 or visit the Maymont Flower & Garden Show website.

THE LOVE TOUR AT MAYMONT MANSION
Saturday, February 11 & Sunday, February 12, 12-5pm Maymont Mansion
When Queen Victoria married her handsome prince charming in 1840, they set the romantic tone for the 19th century. Visit Maymont Mansion on Valentine’s Day weekend as elegantly costumed ladies and gentlemen relate details of this royal love story and the courting customs of the era. Discover the Victorian language of love as depicted in the décor of Maymont Mansion, where romantic swans, red roses and costly indulgences reflect James Dooley’s loving devotion to his wife Sallie. Guided tours available every half-hour; last tour begins at 4:30. $5 per person/$3 members. Reservations accepted; call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Maymont’s Homeschool Mornings
MAYMONT’S GROWING UP WILD
Wednesday, February 15, 10-10:30am, Nature Center
Seeds, eggs, tadpoles, caterpillars: what do they have in common? Students discover how plants and animals change as they grow. Ages 4-6; adult must accompany child. $6 per child (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register by February 14 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

Maymont’s Homeschool Mornings
MAYMONT’S LIFE CYCLES
Wednesday, February 15, 10-10:30am, Nature Center
How does a tadpole turn into a frog? What kinds of animals hatch from eggs? Students learn how animals grow up as they investigate the changes animals go through in their life cycles. Ages 7-10; adult must accompany child. $6 per child (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register by February 14 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

Maymont’s Homeschool Mornings
CREATURE FEATURES AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, February 15, 11-11:30am, Nature Center
Learn how animals tough it out in the wild using claws, jaws, shells, smells and more to protect themselves from predators. We’ll explore these animal adaptations with hands-on activities and a visit from a well-protected creature. Ages 4-7; adult must accompany child. $6 per child (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register by February 14 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

Maymont’s Homeschool Mornings
FOOD CHAINS AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, February 15, 11-11:30am, Nature Center
Ever wonder what bears eat for lunch? Find out what Maymont’s animals eat while learning about food chains. Explore herbivores, carnivores and omnivores while comparing the teeth and skulls of animals. Producers, consumers and decomposers are also investigated. Ages 8-10; adult must accompany child. $6 per child (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register by February 14 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

MAYMONT’S FOR THE BIRDS
Saturday, February 18, 11am-12pm & Sunday, February 19, 2-3pm, Nature Center
Soar into spring as you learn about the fascinating world of birds! Visit with one of Maymont’s feathered friends to learn about their adaptations and then decorate a gourd birdhouse to help create a backyard habitat for your neighborhood birds. Ages 4 and older. $12 per project/$10 members (includes all materials and admission to the Nature Center). Register by February 17 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

Maymont’s Homeschool Mornings
Our Passage to the Present AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, February 22, 10-11am & 11am-12pm, Maymont Mansion
Using Maymont Mansion as a learning laboratory, students examine the turn of the twentieth century when our nation was undergoing dramatic changes that transformed the world. Choose a focus for the visit that includes social, political, and economic changes, technology, women’s issues, literature, architecture or the arts. Ages 8 and older. $6 per person. Register by February 7 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Maymont’s Homeschool Mornings
SEASONS AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, February 29, 10-10:30am, Nature Center
How do our furry friends stay warm in the winter? How does a snake survive in the cold? Are birds the only animals that migrate? Investigate how animals change with the seasons while learning about migration and hibernation. Ages 4-8; adult must accompany child. $6 per child (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register by February 28 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

Maymont’s Homeschool Mornings
JAMES RIVER AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, February 29, 10-10:30am, Nature Center
Learn about the James River, a natural resource that runs through downtown Richmond. Discover what a watershed is, investigate factors that affect water quality, and understand how pollutants end up in the James River through a hands-on experiment. Ages 9-13; adult must accompany child. $6 per child (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register by February 28 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

Maymont’s Homeschool Mornings
WHO GOES THERE? AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, February 29, 11-11:45am, Nature Center
From paw prints and burrows to smells and scat, animals leave many clues to their whereabouts. We’ll take a look at some of the animal signs that tell us who’s been hanging around. Participants will create their own track guidebook. Ages 4 and older; adult must accompany child. $7 per child (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register by February 28 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

MARCH 2012

SPRING! AT MAYMONT
Throughout March, April and May
Maymont springs into spring with an action-packed, wonder-filled season brimming with programs and events for all interests and age groups showcasing every facet of this American estate. Get up close and personal with the goats, enjoy an in-depth look at the gardens, or chat with a Victorian lady! Maymont Mansion celebrates the Japanese Garden's 100th anniversary with engaging lectures, special tours, a display featuring Asian items from the mansion's collection as well as period fashions on loan from the Valentine Richmond History Center. Fees vary for activities; some activities are weather-dependent. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

TODDLER TIME AT MAYMONT: DOWN ON THE FARM
Three-session program: Mondays, March 5-19, 10-10:45am, Children’s Farm Classroom
Come on over to Maymont for some fun at the Children’s Farm! Toddlers will enjoy a story, craft, visit with one of Maymont’s animals, feeding the animals and free play at the farm. Ages 1-4; adult must accompany child. $24 per parent and child pair/$19 members. Space is limited. Register by March 4 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

MAYMONT’S FULL MOON HIKE FEATURING THE JAPANESE GARDEN
Friday, March 9, 6:30-8:30pm, Maymont Grounds and Gardens
Explore the joy of the night garden on this magical hike through Maymont. With a knowledgeable Maymont horticulturist as your guide, your senses will come alive as you learn about the Japanese Garden and experience Maymont lit by the moon and full of nighttime sounds. Dress warmly and wear good walking shoes. Cancelled in severe weather; no rain date. $20 per person/$17 members. Register by March 8; call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

JAPANESE GARDENS IN NORTH AMERICA: LEARNING FROM MAYMONT
A lecture and reception sponsored by the Maymont Council
Tuesday, March 13, 6pm, Garden Hall
Dr. Kendall Brown, Professor of Asian Art History at California State University at Long Beach, speaks on the creation of Japanese gardens in America, an important manifestation of the great interest in Japanese culture permeating the West in the late Victorian era. Maymont is among twenty-five gardens featured in Dr. Brown’s forthcoming book, Notable Japanese Gardens in America. A preeminent scholar in his field, Dr. Brown has researched, written about, and lectured on this fascinating topic throughout his career and recently served as Curator of Collections, Exhibitions and Programs at Pacific Asia Museum. $10 per person/$5 members. Reservations recommended; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

BEHIND THE SCENES AT MAYMONT
Saturday, March 17 & Sunday, March 18, 1-1:30pm, Nature Center
See February 4 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

Maymont Honors Women’s History Month
VOICES OF VICTORIAN WOMEN
Sunday, March 25, 12-5pm, Maymont Mansion
A woman’s life at the turn of the 20th century was about much more than attending tea parties and doing needlepoint. All women were concerned with moral, social, economic and political changes that affected their everyday lives. This special tour of the Dooleys’ home focuses on a woman’s role and influence 100 years ago and introduces visitors to one of Mrs. Dooley’s dressmakers, who doesn’t hesitate to share her opinions on working women, “delicate” subjects and the changes she sees for women in the new century. Guided tours available every half-hour; last tour begins at 4:30pm. $5 per person/$3 members. Reservations accepted; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

MAYMONT’S MAGNIFICENT TREES
Sunday, March 25, 2-3:30pm, Hampton Street Entrance Gazebo
Maymont, home to Virginia's largest Persian Ironwood, is well known for its unique trees, with some the largest in the state and on the east coast. Tour this diverse collection with Peggy Singlemann, Maymont's Director of Horticulture, and hear about the special features of these magnificent specimens. Dress warmly and wear good walking shoes. $5 suggested donation. Register by March 23; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

THE MIKADO: JAPONISME MEETS BRITISH HUMOR AT MAYMONT
A lecture and reception sponsored by the Maymont Council in collaboration with the Virginia Opera
Tuesday, March 27, 6pm, Garden Hall
Join Glenn Winters, Virginia Opera’s Outreach Musical Director, for a fun look at Gilbert and Sullivan’s enduring operatic favorite, The Mikado, first performed in London in 1885. Dr. Winters will share insights into the theatrical masterpiece, the Western fascination with all things Japanese in the late nineteenth century, and the emergence of a brand of distinctly British humor leading in a straight line to such modern purveyors as Monty Python. $10 per person/$5 members. Reservations recommended; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

APRIL 2012

SPRING! AT MAYMONT
Throughout April and May
Maymont springs into spring with an action-packed, wonder-filled season brimming with programs and events for all interests and age groups showcasing every facet of this American estate. Get up close and personal with the goats, enjoy an in-depth look at the gardens, or chat with a Victorian lady! Maymont Mansion celebrates the Japanese Garden's 100th anniversary with engaging lectures, special tours, a display featuring Asian items from the mansion's collection as well as period fashions on loan from the Valentine Richmond History Center. Fees vary for activities; some activities are weather-dependent. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

MAYMONT'S JAPANESE GARDEN CHERRY BLOSSOM TOUR
Sunday, April 1, 1:30-2:30pm, Japanese Garden
Celebrate spring and the 100th anniversary of Maymont's Japanese Garden with a tour of this renowned landscape conducted by Maymont’s long-time Director of Horticulture, Peggy Singlemann. Meet at the Hampton Street Entrance. $5 per person. Register by March 30; call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

TASTING THE TEAS OF JAPAN AT MAYMONT
Featuring Mark Ragland
Sunday, April 1, 3-4:30pm, Garden Hall
Tea expert Mark Ragland provides fascinating insights into the important place of tea in Japanese culture. Guests will taste the four major varieties of Japanese tea, discover the role tea played in Japan's history and culture, and compare Japanese tea to those of neighboring Asian countries. $12 per person/$10 members. Register by March 29; call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

FAMILY EASTER AT MAYMONT
Saturday, April 7, 11am-3pm, Carriage House Lawn
Visit Maymont for one of Richmond’s favorite Easter traditions! Guests will enjoy an egg hunt, crafts, games and other fun filled activities. Fees vary for activities. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

SPRING BREAK WEEK AT MAYMONT
Monday-Friday, April 9-13
Spend spring break week at Maymont! Indoor exhibits including Maymont Mansion and the Nature Center will be open all week (even on Monday, when they are usually closed), and there will be something fun to do every day! Most programs require advance registration. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

Spring Break Week at Maymont: Monday, April 9

GREAT GARDENING WITH KIDS: GROWING A SPAGHETTI GARDEN
Monday, April 9, 9:30-10:30am, Children's Farm
Growing vegetables with kids can be easy, fun and nutritious for the family! Come to Jack's Vegetable Garden near the Children's Farm to learn about growing vegetables and see how to grow a spaghetti garden in a container. Ages 5 and older; adult must accompany child. $5 per person. Space is limited; register online or on-site the day of the program. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

FAMILY SCAVENGER HUNT AT MAYMONT
Monday, April 9, 11am-1pm, Maymont Grounds
Explore Maymont’s 100 acres in a whole new way! Crack secret codes for clues, and use maps and riddles to find your way around the park in this family-friendly scavenger hunt. Different difficulty levels are available. Ages 4 and older; adult must accompany child. $10 per family/group (up to four people). Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324. Limited space for walk-ups.

MAYMONT’S FEATHERED FRIENDS
Monday, April 9, 12-1pm, Nature Center
Why are some birds called raptors? Can owls really see in the dark? Hunt for information about these awesome predators of the sky in an encounter that includes fun facts and a close-up glimpse of one of Maymont’s feathered friends. We’ll dissect owl pellets to learn about what owls eat. Ages 6 and older; adult must accompany child. $8 per child/$7 members (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324. Limited space for walk-ups.

MAYMONT’S LIONS IN THE LIBRARY
Monday, April 9, 1-1:30pm, Maymont Mansion
Swans in the bedroom? Reading with lions? Discover all the wonderful animals that “inhabit” Maymont Mansion during this engaging tour for families. $5 per person. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329. Call to arrange a carriage ride before or after your tour!

WADING THROUGH WETLANDS AT MAYMONT
Monday, April 9, 2-3pm, Nature Center and Grounds
What is a café, nursery and water treatment plant all rolled into one? A wetland! We’ll discover the importance of wetlands and the living things that call them home as we head outside and explore. Kids and parents will use dip nets and other tools to search for aquatic creatures and discover their role in this fragile habitat. $8 per parent and child pair/$7 members (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 333. Limited space for walk-ups.

THE SECRET LIFE OF A VICTORIAN HOUSE AT MAYMONT
Monday, April 9, 3-3:45pm, Maymont Mansion
Explore Maymont Mansion and learn what it was like to live 100 years ago. What did children do for fun? Would you like to have lived or worked in a fancy house like Maymont? The Dooley’s housemaid brings the mansion to life during a special family-friendly tour of the upstairs and downstairs of this grand home. $5 per person. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329. Call to arrange a carriage ride before or after your tour!

Spring Break Week at Maymont: Tuesday, April 10

MAYMONT’S FAIRY CHASE
Tuesday, April 10, 10am-12pm, Maymont Grounds
Do you believe in fairies? Enjoy a magical morning filled with whimsy and make-believe. Play games, make wishes, hear stories and receive your very own wings and wand as you learn what fairies like to do and where they like to hide. Imaginative clues guide you around the lawns of Maymont as you search for the winged creatures, finding treasures along the way. Fairy cakes and lemonade reward hungry hunters and complete this enchanting program. Meet at Maymont’s Carriage House. Ages 4-8. $20 per child/$18 members. Register by April 9; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

DIGGING FOR DINOS AT MAYMONT
Tuesday, April 10, 11am-12pm, Nature Center
How big was a T-rex tooth? Did cavemen and dinosaurs exist at the same time? Learn the answers as you explore the world of dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. Playing the part of a paleontologist, kids will dig through sand to find fossils and learn what these artifacts can tell us of an earlier time. Ages 5-9. $8 per person/$7 members (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 333. Limited space for walk-ups.

MAYMONT’S REPTILE ROUNDUP
Tuesday, April 10, 12-12:30pm, Nature Center
How do snakes smell their surroundings? Do turtles have backbones? Slither into the secretive world of reptiles with an encounter that includes fun facts and visits with Maymont’s snakes and turtles. Ages 4 and older; adult must accompany child. $4 per person. Register at the Visitor Center desk on the day of the program. (Groups of 5 or more must register in advance.) For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

MAYMONT’S LIONS IN THE LIBRARY
Tuesday, April 10, 1-1:30pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

THE SECRET LIFE OF A VICTORIAN HOUSE AT MAYMONT
Tuesday, April 10, 3-3:45pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Spring Break Week at Maymont: Wednesday, April 11

CREATURE FEATURES AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, April 11, 10-11am, Nature Center
Learn how animals tough it out in the wild using claws, jaws, shells, smells and more to protect themselves from predators. We’ll explore these animal adaptations with hands-on activities and a visit from a well-protected creature. Ages 5 and older; adult must accompany child. $8 per person/$7 members (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 333. Limited space for walk-ups.

FAMILY SCAVENGER HUNT AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, April 11, 11am-1pm, Maymont Grounds
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

CREEPY CRAWLIES AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, April 11, 12-12:30pm, Nature Center
Are millipedes and spiders insects? Why do bugs make such funny noises? Dig into the world of insects with an encounter that includes fun facts and a close-up glimpse of some of Maymont’s creepy crawlies. Ages 5 and older; adult must accompany child. $4 per person. Register at the Visitor Center desk on the day of the program. (Groups of 5 or more must register in advance.) For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

MAYMONT’S LIONS IN THE LIBRARY
Wednesday, April 11, 1-1:30pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

BEHIND THE SCENES AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, April 11, 2-2:30pm, Nature Center
See February 4 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

THE SECRET LIFE OF A VICTORIAN HOUSE AT MAYMONT
Wednesday, April 11, 3-3:45pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Spring Break Week at Maymont: Thursday, April 12

SAMANTHA’S TEA PARTY AT MAYMONT
Thursday, April 12, 9:30am-12pm, Maymont Mansion and Grounds
The 1904 world of Samantha, a lively young American girl, comes to life during this delightful morning of old-fashioned games, crafts, exploring, manners, carriage rides, a special tea party and more. Dolls are welcome, too! Meet at Maymont’s Carriage House. Ages 7-11. $25 per person/$20 members. Register by April 11; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

WHO GOES THERE? AT MAYMONT
Thursday, April 12, 11am-12pm, Nature Center
From paw prints and burrows to smells and scat, animals leave many clues to their whereabouts. We’ll take a look at some of the animal signs that tell us who’s been hanging around. Participants will create their own track guidebook and practice making molds of tracks. Ages 5 and older. $8 per person/$7 members (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324. Limited space for walk-ups.

MAYMONT’S FEATHERED FRIENDS
Thursday, April 12, 12-1pm, Nature Center
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

MAYMONT’S LIONS IN THE LIBRARY
Thursday, April 12, 1-1:30pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

THE SECRET LIFE OF A VICTORIAN HOUSE AT MAYMONT
Thursday, April 12, 3-3:45pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Spring Break Week at Maymont: Friday, April 13

GREAT GARDENING WITH KIDS: MY FIRST BUTTERFLY GARDEN
Friday, April 13, 9:30-10:30am, Children's Farm Classroom
Learn how to start a garden for butterflies and what is needed to keep these winged beauties at home in their new home. Ages 5 and older; adult must accompany child. $5 per person. Space is limited; register online or on-site the day of the program. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

FAMILY SCAVENGER HUNT AT MAYMONT
Friday, April 13, 11am-1pm, Maymont Grounds
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

MAYMONT’S REPTILE ROUNDUP
Friday, April 13, 12-12:30pm, Nature Center
See April 10 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

MAYMONT’S LIONS IN THE LIBRARY
Friday, April 13, 1-1:30pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

WADING THROUGH WETLANDS AT MAYMONT
Friday, April 13, 2-3pm, Nature Center and Grounds
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

THE SECRET LIFE OF A VICTORIAN HOUSE AT MAYMONT
Friday, April 13, 3-3:45pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

28th ANNUAL HERBS GALORE & MORE AT MAYMONT
Saturday, April 28, 8am-4pm, Carriage House Lawn
Put on your gardening shoes, grab your little red wagon and come out to the Marketplace on the Lawn for everyone’s favorite gardening extravaganza! Find more than 50 plant and craft vendors from the mid-Atlantic region selling herbs, annuals, perennials, heirloom plants, vegetables, trees, herbal cosmetics, garden ornaments, delicious food and other related products. Don’t miss Maymont’s “From One Garden to Another” fundraising booth, the old-fashioned plant swap with a twist, featuring a large collection of "recycled" garden-related items and great deals on donated plants including rooted cuttings, bulbs and shrubs. Check out our “Meet the Expert” speaker series – free with admission – highlighting a variety of topics for the gardening novice to the seasoned pro. $3 fee for the Marketplace/free for members. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

BEHIND THE SCENES AT MAYMONT
Saturday, April 28 & Sunday, April 29, 1-1:30pm, Nature Center
See February 4 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

NEW! “AT HOME” AT MAYMONT
Sunday, April 29, 12-5pm, Maymont Mansion and Grounds
Elegant Victorian ladies and gentlemen join guests as you pay an afternoon call on the Dooleys during this family-friendly visit to their home. The distinguished butler greets guests at the door, and in the Belowstairs, household staff will show what it took to keep a Gilded Age mansion running. Outside, chat with the coachman during a carriage ride, or the head gardener, who pauses from his labors to point out Mrs. Dooley’s formal gardens and her passion for flowers. Maymont and the past come to life with fun activities that highlight James and Sallie Dooley’s extraordinary gift to you! Free admission; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

MAY 2012

SPRING! AT MAYMONT
Throughout May
Maymont springs into spring with an action-packed, wonder-filled season brimming with programs and events for all interests and age groups showcasing every facet of this American estate. Get up close and personal with the goats, enjoy an in-depth look at the gardens, or chat with a Victorian lady! Maymont Mansion celebrates the Japanese Garden's 100th anniversary with engaging lectures, special tours, a display featuring Asian items from the mansion's collection as well as period fashions on loan from the Valentine Richmond History Center. Fees vary for activities; some activities are weather-dependent. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

MAYMONT’S SPRING AUCTION: CALL OF THE WILD
Presented by the Dooley Noted Society, Maymont’s Young Professionals Group
Friday, May 4, 6-10pm, Nature Center
Go wild for Maymont’s feathered, furry and finned friends during the Dooley Noted Society’s third annual “Call of the Wild” auction. Guests will celebrate the animals at Maymont while enjoying a lively evening with music, great food and extraordinary items up for bid during this auction to benefit Maymont. The event kicks off with an open bar reception and silent auction, followed by a live auction on the West Terrace of the Nature Center. Must be 21 years or older. For information and ticket sales, call 804-358-7166, ext. 313.

TODDLER TIME AT MAYMONT: DOWN ON THE FARM
Three-session program: Mondays, May 7-21, 10-10:45am, Children’s Farm Classroom
See March 5 listing. Register by May 6 online or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

BEHIND THE SCENES AT MAYMONT
Saturday, May 12 & Sunday, May 13, 1-1:30pm, Nature Center
See February 4 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

MOTHER’S DAY TEA AT MAYMONT
Featuring a Japanese Tea Ceremony Display
Saturday, May 12, 2-4pm, Maymont Mansion Lawn
Enjoy a traditional tea on the lawn of Maymont Mansion as you celebrate the 100th anniversary of Maymont’s Japanese Garden and discover the beauty and symbolism of the Japanese tea ceremony. Although the taking of tea was a custom shared by both Victorians and the Japanese, the rituals of serving and consumption were indeed worlds apart. As you enjoy tea and delicious treats in a special setting, you are sure to be enthralled by the authentic demonstration of Japanese tea customs by our special guest from Tokyo, Toko Yomura. Your afternoon includes a tour of Maymont Mansion, where the influence of Japanese design on Victorian taste is revealed. $25 per person/$20 members. Register by May 11; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

SPECIAL MONDAY OPENING: MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY
Monday, May 28
Nature & Visitor Center, 10am-5pm Maymont Mansion, 12-5pm
Maymont’s indoor exhibits, including Maymont Mansion and the Nature Center, will be open for the holiday. (Indoor exhibits are normally open Tuesday-Sunday). For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

JUNE 2012

MAYMONT’S THE ART & INFLUENCE OF JAPAN
Friday, June 1, 12-1pm, Maymont Mansion
Explore the influence of Japan on decorative arts and home furnishings as represented in Maymont Mansion. During this in-depth tour led by senior museum staff, guests will learn about the development of Japonisme in the West and its far reaching impact on collecting and design. Guests will also examine Satsuma, Imari and Kutani ceramics and other Japanese objects acquired by the Dooleys, as well as objets d’art from other Asian cultures in the Maymont collection. $7 per person. Reservations accepted; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S WONDERFUL WINGS
Mondays-Fridays, Children’s Farm Classroom
June 4-8, July 16-20 & August 6-10, 9:15am-12:15pm
What do birds, bugs and bats have in common? They all have wings! Soar into the world of these amazing flyers and find out what makes them unique. Ages 4-5. $144/$120 members. Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

BEHIND THE SCENES AT MAYMONT
Saturday, June 9 & Sunday, June 10, 1-1:30pm, Nature Center
See February 4 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S TALES AND TAILS
Mondays-Fridays, Children’s Farm Classroom
June 11-15 & July 30-August 3, 9:15am-12:15pm
Stories about animals have been around for thousands of years. Listen to tales from around the world, and meet the real animals behind the story characters. You’ll even create a tale of your own! Ages 4-5. $144/$120 members. Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

MAYMONT’S FAIRY CHASE
Saturday, June 16, 10am-12pm, Maymont Grounds
See April 10 listing. Registration required by June 15; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S NATURAL WONDERS
Mondays-Fridays, Children’s Farm Classroom
June 18-22 & July 23-27, 9:15am-12:15pm
What makes earthquakes shake and volcanoes blow their top? How does a caterpillar change into a butterfly? Discover the magnificent changes in nature, from fossil formations to metamorphosis and more! For rising 1st-2nd graders. $144 per child/$120 members. Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S FEEDING FRENZY
Mondays-Fridays, Nature Center
June 18-22 & July 23-27, 9am-12pm
Dinner time in the wild isn’t an easy task! Discover how animals balance the search for food with the dangers of being something else's meal! For rising 3rd-4th graders. $144/$120 members. Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

WHO’S AWAKE? A FAMILY NIGHT HIKE AT MAYMONT
Friday, June 22, 7:30-9:30pm, Nature Center
Ever wonder who stays awake while you sleep? Meet some of Maymont’s nighttime residents and learn about their nocturnal adaptations through experiments, games and a hike of the grounds. Owls, skunks and many other creatures of the dark will help shed some light onto their mysterious ways. Ages 4 and older; adult must accompany children ages 15 and under. $8 per person/$6 members. Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S WILD THINGS
Mondays-Fridays, Nature Center
June 25-29, July 23-27 & August 13-17, 9am-12pm
Maymont is where the wild things are! Discover the incredible plants and animals living in Virginia today as well as creatures that roamed the earth long ago. Ages 4-5. $144/$120 members. Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S A WESOME ANIMALS
Mondays-Fridays, Children’s Farm Classroom
June 25-29, July 9-13 & August 13-17, 9:15am-3:15pm
From fast fliers to sneaky hiders, animals go to amazing lengths to survive. Set out on an adventure in this full day camp to uncover the superstars of the animal world! For rising 1st-2nd graders. $248 per child/$212 members (bring a bagged lunch). Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT EXPLORERS
Mondays-Fridays, Nature Center
June 25-29 & July 30-August 3, 9am-3pm
Explore Maymont’s 100 acres in a whole new way in this unique camp experience! Travel back in time to experience the games and way of life of a child living on an estate in the 1890s. Discover the gardens and animal exhibits of today and learn what it takes to make Maymont an extraordinary place! For rising 3rd-4th graders. $248 per child/$212 members (bring a bagged lunch). Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

JULY 2012

WADING THROUGH WETLANDS AT MAYMONT
Thursday, July 5, 10-11am, Nature Center and Grounds
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

THE SECRET LIFE OF A VICTORIAN HOUSE AT MAYMONT
Thursdays, July 5 and 19, 12:30-1:15pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

FAMILY SCAVENGER HUNT AT MAYMONT
Friday, July 6, 10am-12pm, Maymont Grounds
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

VICTORIAN HIGH TECH AT MAYMONT MANSION
Saturdays, July 7-28, 12:30-1:30pm, Maymont Mansion
This special behind-the-scenes tour reveals the bells, whistles, hidden panels, knobs, tubes and other technological wonders that made Major and Mrs. Dooley’s home one of the most modern in Gilded Age Richmond. Visit Maymont Mansion and marvel at the latest up-to-date comforts of an 1890s home: electricity, central heat, indoor plumbing, telephone service, an elevator and more. $5 per person/$3 members. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S AWESOME ANIMALS
Mondays-Fridays, Children’s Farm Classroom
July 9-13 & August 13-17, 9:15am-3:15pm
See June 25 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S NATIVE NATURE
Mondays-Fridays, Nature Center
July 9-13 & August 13-17, 9am-3pm
What animals call Virginia home? From the mountains to the Piedmont to the ocean, in caves, swamps and forests, learn why Virginia is for wildlife lovers! For rising 3rd-4th graders. $248 per child/$212 members (bring a bagged lunch). Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S NATURE DETECTIVES
Mondays-Fridays, Nature Center
July 9-13 & August 6-10, 9am-3pm
Become a part of Maymont’s own CSI team: Critter Scene Investigation! Learn to apply science and nature along with some basic detective skills to solve mysteries of the wild kind! For rising 5th-6th graders. $248 per child/$212 members (bring a bagged lunch). Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

MAYMONT’S LIONS IN THE LIBRARY
Thursdays, July 12 and 26, 12:30-1pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

MAYMONT’S THE ART & INFLUENCE OF JAPAN
Friday, July 13, 12-1pm, Maymont Mansion
See June 1 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S WONDERFUL WINGS
Mondays-Fridays, Children’s Farm Classroom
July 16-20 & August 6-10, 9:15am-12:15pm
See June 4 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S COLD-BLOODED CREATURES
Mondays-Fridays, Nature Center
July 16-20 & August 6-10, 9am-12pm
Fish, frogs and snakes, oh my! Slither into the world of these amazing cold-blooded animals as we discover their cool characteristics. For rising 1st-2nd graders. $144 per child/$120 members. Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S ANIMAL ARCHITECTS
Mondays-Fridays, Nature Center
July 16-20 & July 30-August 3, 9am-3pm
Investigate the amazing feats of animal architects! From nests to dens, hives to webs, see what nature’s construction crews build in order to survive. Engineer your own structures and discover how the natural world inspires man-made creations. For rising 5th-6th graders. $248 per child/$212 members (bring a bagged lunch). Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

SAMANTHA’S TEA PARTY AT MAYMONT
Thursday, July 19, 9:30am-12pm, Maymont Mansion and Grounds
See April 12 listing. Registration required by July 18; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

BEHIND THE SCENES AT MAYMONT
Saturday, July 21 & Sunday, July 22, 1-1:30pm, Nature Center
See February 4 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S WILD THINGS
Mondays-Fridays, Nature Center
July 23-27 & August 13-17, 9am-12pm
See June 25 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S NATURAL WONDERS
Monday, July 23-Friday, July 27, 9:15am-12:15pm, Children’s Farm Classroom
See June 18 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S FEEDING FRENZY
Monday, July 23-Friday, July 27, 9am-12pm, Nature Center
See June 18 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

EVENING BAT SEARCH AT MAYMONT
Friday, July 27, 7:30-9:15pm, Nature Center and Grounds
Learn about one of nature’s most fascinating creatures on this summer night hike. Using spotlights and detectors, families will seek out these mysterious friends in the Maymont gardens. Ages 5 and older; adult must accompany child. $8 per person/$6 members. Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S TALES AND TAILS
Monday, July 30-Friday, August 3, 9:15am-12:15pm, Children’s Farm Classroom
See June 11 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT EXPLORERS
Monday, July 30-Friday, August 3, 9am-3pm, Nature Center
See June 25 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S ANIMAL ARCHITECTS
Monday, July 30-Friday, August 3, 9am-3pm, Nature Center
See July 16 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

AUGUST 2012

THE SECRET LIFE OF A VICTORIAN HOUSE AT MAYMONT
Thursdays, August 2, 16 & 30, 12:30-1:15pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

MAYMONT’S THE ART & INFLUENCE OF JAPAN
Friday, August 3, 12-1pm, Maymont Mansion
See June 1 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S WONDERFUL WINGS
Monday, August 6-Friday, August 10, 9:15am-12:15pm, Children’s Farm Classroom
See June 4 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S COLD-BLOODED CREATURES
Monday, August 6-Friday, August 10, 9am-12pm, Nature Center
See July 16 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S NATURE DETECTIVES
Monday, August 6-Friday, August 10, 9am-3pm, Nature Center
See July 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

MAYMONT’S LIONS IN THE LIBRARY
Thursdays, August 9 & 23, 12:30-1pm, Maymont Mansion
See April 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S WILD THINGS
Monday, August 13-Friday, August 17, 9am-12pm, Nature Center
See June 25 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S A WESOME ANIMALS
Monday, August 13-Friday, August 17, 9:15am-3:15pm, Children’s Farm Classroom
See June 25 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

Maymont Summer Discovery Camp
MAYMONT’S NATIVE NATURE
Monday, August 13-Friday, August 17, 9am-3pm, Nature Center
See July 9 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324 or 333.

BEHIND THE SCENES AT MAYMONT
Saturday, August 18 & Sunday, August 19, 1-1:30pm, Nature Center
See February 4 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.

WHO’S AWAKE? A FAMILY NIGHT HIKE AT MAYMONT
Friday, August 24, 7:30-9:30pm, Nature Center
See June 22 listing. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

TODDLER TIME AT MAYMONT: SUMMER FUN
Four-session program: Wednesdays, August 8-29, 10-11am, Nature Center
Too much summer sun? Head over to the Maymont Nature Center for some indoor fun. Each session in this four-week program includes free play in the Discovery Room, a story, craft and a visit with one of Maymont’s turtles, birds, insects or snakes. You and your toddler might even make a few new friends! Ages 1-4; adult must accompany child. $34 per parent and child pair/$29 members (includes admission to the Nature Center). Space is limited, and this popular program fills early. Register by August 7 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

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