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THE SOCIETY OF FELLOWS
The Society of Fellows is a group of individuals who have a special interest in the intellectual and educational activities of The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens. Fellows are integral to institutional life at The Huntington, and many contribute their time and leadership as volunteer docents, fundraisers, committee members, Overseers and Trustees.
The Huntington offers exclusive privileges to the Society of Fellows as recognition of their support. Access to the grounds during non-public hours; invitations to special events and programs, the opportunity to schedule a private, docent-led tour, as well as unique opportunities to meet and travel with curators are amongst these privileges..
Each year, Fellows contribute vital unrestricted funds that help maintain The Huntington's standard of excellence and increase its service as a dynamic education and research facility. Fellows' contributions enable The Huntington to preserve distinguished and legendary Library holdings, celebrated collections of British and American art, and the renowned Botanical Gardens. In addition, educational materials and programs for more than 25,000 school children that visit annually are made possible, in part, thanks to the generosity of the Society of Fellows.
For additional information, please contact:
Judy Plunkett, Director, Society of Fellows
jplunkett@huntington.org, 626-405-2264
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A HISTORY OF GENEROUS GIVING
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PRIVILEGESTo recognize the dedication and vital support of the Fellows, The Huntington offers exclusive privileges. Each level of support provides Fellows with unique intellectual, cultural, and social benefits:
Levels of Annual Support
| Fellows | $2,500 - $4,999 |
| President's Circle | $5,000 -$9,999 |
| Huntington Circle | $10,000 and above |
For All Fellows:
- All the benefits of Membership at the Benefactor level
- Free admission for members and up to six guests
- Early admittance to the Gardens, Wednesday through Monday (8 a.m.)
- Opportunity for private garden tours for family or visiting guests (by reservation and with ten days notice)
- Private consultation with curators in the field of their professional expertise
- Twenty percent discount in the Bookstore & More
- Advance notice of selected family/children's education programs
- Opportunity to use selected facilities at The Huntington for private events (fees apply)
- On a space available basis, the opportunity to participate in a travel
program led by The Huntington's Principal Officers and Curators
- Listing in and copy of the Annual Report and Society of Fellows Roster
- Listing on the Fellows Donor Wall at the entrance to The Huntington
- Annual subscription to the Calendar
- Invitations to:
- Huntington Ball
- Scholarly Sustenance, a summer lecture series
- Spring Garden Party
- Easter Egg Brunch
- Exhibit preview receptions
- Society of Fellows Seminar Series
- Fellows Plant Sale
- Members' Events
- Conferences and Symposia
For President's Circle - all of the above, plus:
- Invitation to a special event for Circle members only
- One-week advance notice of Huntington travel programs
For Huntington Circle - all of the above, plus:
- A special evening by invitation of the President
- Invitation to a reception and special musical performance in the Gardens
- Two-week advance notice of Huntington travel programs
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METHODS OF PAYMENT
Individuals who wish to join the Society of Fellows may make their charitable contribution with cash, credit cards, checks or securities. We would be grateful to receive a matching gift from your company. Please contact your employer's benefit office or The Huntington Society of Fellows Office at 626-405-2264 for more information.
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UPCOMING SOCIETY OF FELLOW EVENTS FOR 2009-2010
2009
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| Sat., Sept. 12
| 7 p.m. |
The Huntington Ball
An evening of dinner and dancing |
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Thurs., Oct. 15 | 5:30 p.m.
| “The Color Explosion: 19th-Century American Lithography from the Jay T. Last Collection” Preview and reception - Boone Gallery |
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TBD
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| Meet the Curator Small group discussion and tour with curator David Mihaly, “The Color Explosion”
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Wed., Nov. 11
| 6:30 p.m.
| Fall Seminar Dinner and Lecture
Friends’ Hall |
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Mon., Dec. 7 | 6:30 p.m.
| Treasures of the Huntington President’s and Huntington Circle Fellows only
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2010 |
Wed., Jan. 20 | 6:30 p.m.
| Winter Seminar Dinner and Lecture Friends’ Hall |
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| Feb. 3, 9, 16, 17, 23, 24 | 11:30 a.m.
| Food for Thought Informal lunchtime program with visiting scholars |
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Tues., Feb. 23 | 7:30 p.m.
| Founder’s Day Lecture
Friends’ Hall |
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Sat., April 3 | 8:30 a.m.
| Easter Event
Annual family event
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Thurs., April 22 | 6:30 p.m.
| Spring Seminar Reception and Lecture Friends' Hall
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Sat., May 8 | 9 a.m.
| Plant Sale Preview Exclusive annual sale |
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Thurs., May 20 | 5:30 p.m.
| “Artistic Furniture: The Works of Charles Rohlfs" Preview and reception, Boone Gallery |
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| TBD |
| Meet the Curator
Small group discussion and tour with curator Jessica Smith, “Artistic Furniture” |
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Tues., June 15 | TBD
| Moonlight and Music
Dinner and concert in Scott Loggia, President’s and Huntington Circle Fellows only |
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Sun., July 18
| 5:30 p.m.
| Summer Picnic
Annual family fun |
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June - Aug. (8 events)
| TBD
| Scholarly Sustenance
Series of lectures by visiting scholars, hosted in private homes |
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Dates are subject to change. For more information, please contact Susie Berry, 626-405-2144.