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 other garden tasks to help preserve this historic space.

Join Our Garden Volunteer Program

When:

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

Second Saturdays of each month (weather permitting), 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

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

What to Expect:

Weekly and monthly tasks change and are sent out ahead of time via our volunteer email list.

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 updates.

Ready to Join?

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

Mark Your Calendar

Tuesday, May 20

Bring your mat for Yoga in the Welty Garden on Tuesday eve

Wednesday, May 21

Wednesday, May 21
Tuesday, May 27

Bring your mat for Yoga in the Welty Garden on Tuesday eve

Wednesday, May 28
Wednesday, May 28

Monday, June 2

Mondays in June at Noon CST, we’ll gather to discuss The Shoe Bird, Eudora Welty’s only children’s novel, along

Wednesday, June 4

Help Tend the Welty Garden!

Thursday, June 5

This summer’s Storytime on the Side Porch series celebrates 100 years of the Welty House

Monday, June 9

Mondays in June at Noon CST, we’ll gather to discuss The Shoe Bird, Eudora Welty’s only children’s novel, along

Wednesday, June 11

Saturday, June 14

Monday, June 16

Mondays in June at Noon CST, we’ll gather to discuss The Shoe Bird, Eudora Welty’s only children’s novel, along

Wednesday, June 18

Monday, June 23

Mondays in June at Noon CST, we’ll gather to discuss The Shoe Bird, Eudora Welty’s only children’s novel, along

Wednesday, June 25

Monday, June 30

Mondays in June at Noon CST, we’ll gather to discuss The Shoe Bird, Eudora Welty’s only children’s novel, along

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