Help Tend the Welty Garden!

Dig into history and care for the literary roots of Eudora Welty’s storied garden. Guided by staff, volunteers assist with weeding, planting, and tending tasks that help preserve this historic space.

Join Our Garden Volunteer Program

When: Every Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., rain or shine.

Where: Eudora Welty House & Garden at 1119 Pinehurst Street, Jackson, MS 39202. Sign-in under the arbor upon arrival.

What to Expect:

Weekly tasks change and will be posted under the arbor each morning.

No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn!

Extras:

Service hours available!

Join our volunteer email list by contacting info@eudoraweltyhouse.com to receive weekly task updates.

Ready to Join?

Click here to register through the MDAH volunteer registry and get started!

Mark Your Calendar

Wednesday, February 5
Wednesday, February 5

Thursday, February 6

Join us for a special Garden Storytime: A Celebration of Friendship & Poetry on Th

Monday, February 10

Starting Monday, January 27, we will spend several weeks reading and discussing Jesmyn Ward's 2017 novel, S

Wednesday, February 12
Wednesday, February 12

Thursday, February 13

Monday, February 17

Starting Monday, January 27, we will spend several weeks reading and discussing Jesmyn Ward's 2017 novel, S

Wednesday, February 19
Wednesday, February 19

Thursday, February 20

Monday, February 24

Starting Monday, January 27, we will spend several weeks reading and discussing Jesmyn Ward's 2017 novel, S

Wednesday, February 26
Wednesday, February 26

Friday, February 28

Teaching with Eudora Welty's Correspondence 

Monday, March 3

Starting Monday, January 27, we will spend several weeks reading and discussing Jesmyn Ward's 2017 novel, S

Wednesday, March 5

Wednesday, March 12

Wednesday, March 19

Wednesday, March 26

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