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Society of Fellows

About 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

          626-405-2264  jplunkett@huntington.org

Levels of Annual Support

Benefits and Privileges
The Society of Fellows enjoy a variety of benefits that involve them in the intellectual, cultural, and social activities offered by The Huntington including:

For All Fellows:

• Free admission for members and up to six guests
• Annual subscription to the Calendar
• Twenty percent discount in the Bookstore & More
• Early admittance to the Gardens, Wednesday through Monday (8 a.m.)
• 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
• Advance notice of selected family/children's education programs
• 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 Annual Fellows - all of the above, plus:

• 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
• 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

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

Methods of Payment
Individuals who wish to join the Society of Fellows may make their charitable contribution with cash, credit cards, checks or securities. Fellows may pledge to pay for their contribution within three months of their renewal.

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.

Upcoming Society of Fellows Events for 2008-2009

Dates are subject to change. For more information, please call Susie Boyle (626) 405-2144

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