Events and Fundraising

Gather, Celebrate, Support – Every Event Helps Preserve History!

MacCallum More Museum & Gardens (MMMG) is a community-based non-profit dedicated to preserving history and nature while serving as an educational institution. As documented in our mission statement, our long-term success and sustainability depend on fundraising and community support.

Did you know?

It takes over $175,000 annually to operate MMMG. Your participation in our events helps us maintain this historic treasure and ensure its future.

 

St. Patrick's Day Live & Silent Auction 🍀

Our largest fundraising event of the year! Enjoy both live and silent auctions, with items such as family vacations, weekend getaways, winery experiences, commissioned artwork, and more.

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Jazz in the Gardens 🎷

Experience an unforgettable evening of live jazz, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, and an open bar in the stunning setting of MacCallum More Museum & Gardens. Held twice a year, in spring and fall, this event is the perfect blend of music, nature, and community.

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Juried Art Show

Celebrate local and regional talent at the Juried Art Show! With stunning artwork and $1,500 in prizes, this exhibition showcases creativity and originality.

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Major Fundraising Events

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Silent Auction (March)

Our largest fundraising event of the year! Enjoy both live and silent auctions, with items such as family vacations, weekend getaways, winery experiences, commissioned artwork, and more.

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🎷 Jazz in the Gardens (May & September)

Experience Virginia jazz artists in a magical garden setting! With wine, beer, soft drinks, and delicious hors d’oeuvres, this event lets you dance the night away under the stars. September Jazz is a sell-out event—reserve your spot early!

📬 Annual Fund Drive (Fall)

Each year, we send out an appeal letter sharing our accomplishments and challenges. Donations received during this time help secure funding for the colder months, keeping MMMG operational.

🏡 Annual Membership Drive

Memberships are vital to our operations! With multiple levels to choose from, members enjoy special benefits such as discounts, exclusive events, and access to certain facilities.

Additional Fundraisers & Ways to Support

🍗 BBQ Chicken Dinners

A legendary MMMG favorite—half a BBQ chicken, two sides, a roll, and a drink. A meal you won’t forget!

🍤 Shrimp & Grits Dinners

A true Southern delicacy made to perfection by our skilled cooks.

🎟 Raffles

Exciting prizes! Past raffles have included a 24K gold-plated Virginia Legacy pistol with bonded ivory grips.

🛍 Gift Shop Sales

Visit our on-site Gift Shop for local art, crafts, literature, seasonal yard flags, and more! Every purchase supports our mission.

🌿 Walks in the Gardens

Enjoy a self-guided garden walk for a $5 donation. Maps are available in the Gift Shop.

🏛 Guided Tours

Get a deeper look at MMMG, including our Tobacco Exhibit and Native American artifact collection, for $10 per person.

📢 Public Appeals 

We regularly reach out through newspapers, social media, and radio to engage the community in supporting MMMG.

🎉 Facility Rentals

Host your wedding, meeting, anniversary, or photo shoot in our stunning garden spaces.

🎨 Art Sales

Our museum exhibitions and juried art shows feature local and regional talent. A portion of sales directly supports MMMG.

🏆 Grants & Sponsorships

We are fortunate to receive local, state, and federal grants, but we also rely on private donors, sponsorships, and new grant opportunities to sustain and enhance MMMG.

Make a Difference

Whether by attending an event, becoming a member, or donating, every contribution helps us maintain and grow MacCallum More Museum & Gardens for generations to come.

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