activities · 16
what they do
direct service · 16
- Host community events and galasOrganizes and hosts community events such as "A Night at the Museum" gala, as well as recurring public events including weddings, birthday parties, and graduation celebrations.
- Host community events and public gatherings Cultural Exhibits and Public History ProgramsHosts community events such as "A Night at the Museum" gala, live quilting bees, and other public programs that engage residents in local history and culture.
- Host educational programs and workshops Community Book Clubs & Literary EngagementOffers free and low-cost educational programs, workshops, and events for all ages led by experts in arts, culture, and history, including author meet-and-greets, book clubs, children's story time, and live demonstrations such as quilting bees.
- Hosting Community and Private Events Meeting & Conference Room RentalHosts various community events, including a gala, and provides event rental spaces such as the Neely Community Room, the Severson Center, and a redesigned Courtyard and Veranda for private events like weddings, birthday parties, graduation parties, meetings, and classes.
- Maintain historical artifact repositoryMaintains a curated repository of artifacts that document and preserve the history of Gilbert, supporting educational and exhibition activities.
- Maintain historical artifact repository and exhibits Historic Site Museum OperationMaintains a repository of artifacts chronicling Gilbert's history and showcases remodeled exhibits, including an authentic collection of historic farm equipment from the town's early days.
- Offer event rental spaces for public and private use Outdoor Event Pavilion HostingOperates multiple event spaces including the Neely Community Room (up to 100 guests), the Severson Center (up to 288 guests), a small conference room, and an outdoor Courtyard and Veranda, available for rentals for weddings, parties, meetings, classes, and other events.
- Operate Gilbert Historical Museum and historic HD SOUTH building Historic Site Museum OperationOperates the Gilbert Historical Museum, housed in the HD SOUTH building listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which serves as a cultural and historical hub for the community.
- Operate the Gilbert Historical Museum and historic building Historic Site Museum OperationOperates the Gilbert Historical Museum, housed in the HD SOUTH building listed on the National Register of Historic Places, featuring remodeled exhibits and an authentic collection of historic farm equipment that chronicles Gilbert's early history.
- Operating the Gilbert Historical Museum Historic Site Museum OperationOperates the Gilbert Historical Museum, housed in the HD SOUTH building, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum maintains a repository of artifacts chronicling Gilbert's history and showcases remodeled exhibits, including an authentic farm equipment collection.
- Provide community event and meeting spaces Outdoor Event Pavilion HostingOperates multiple event venues including the Neely Community Room (up to 100 guests), the Severson Center (up to 288 guests), a small conference room for board or committee meetings, and a Courtyard and Veranda for outdoor rentals, available for public use for weddings, parties, meetings, classes, and other gatherings.
- Provide educational programs in arts, culture, and history Community Book Clubs & Literary EngagementOffers free and low-cost educational programs for all ages led by experts, including workshops, author meet-and-greets, book clubs, and children's story time events.
- Provide volunteer-based quilting services Community-Based Craft Production for CharityHosts a live quilting bee with volunteers who demonstrate quilting skills and complete unfinished quilt tops for the public, receiving quilt materials from across the country for this service.
- Provide volunteer-led quilting services and demonstrations Community-Based Craft Production for CharityHosts a live quilting bee with volunteers demonstrating quilting skills on most Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings, and completes unfinished quilt tops received from the public across the country.
- Providing Educational Programs Community Book Clubs & Literary EngagementOffers free and low-cost educational programs for people of all ages, led by experts in arts, culture, and history. These programs include author meet-and-greets, book clubs, and children's story time events.
- Quilting Bee and Service Community-Based Craft Production for CharityHosts a live quilting bee with volunteers demonstrating quilting skills most Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings. Volunteers also complete unfinished quilt tops for the public, receiving quilt covers and unfinished quilts from across the country for this service.
strategies · 12
how they think
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- Expert-led community education in history and culture expert-led community educationEngages subject-matter experts to lead educational programs in arts, culture, and history, enhancing the credibility and depth of community learning experiences.
- Expert-led community education in history and culture expert-led community educationUses subject-matter experts to lead educational programs in arts, culture, and history, leveraging specialized knowledge to enhance community learning and engagement.
- Expert-led community education in history and culture expert-led community educationUtilizes subject-matter experts to lead educational programs in arts, culture, and history, enhancing community learning through authoritative and engaging instruction.
- Fee-based hand-quilting service for community members fee_for_serviceOffers a paid service to complete unfinished quilts with meticulous attention to detail, supporting both preservation of personal heritage items and operational sustainability.
- Fee-based hand-quilting service for public fee_for_serviceOffers a paid service to complete unfinished quilts with meticulous attention to detail, supporting sustainability while meeting community needs.
- Fee-based hand-quilting service to support preservation work fee_for_serviceOffers a paid service to complete unfinished quilts with meticulous attention to detail, supporting the organization’s sustainability while preserving textile heritage.
- Literacy promotion through storytelling and author engagement literacy_through_storytellingEmploys storytelling, interaction with authors, and reading-based workshops to foster literacy and deepen community involvement.
- Literacy promotion through storytelling and author engagement literacy_through_storytellingUses storytelling, interaction with authors, and reading-based workshops to foster literacy and deepen community involvement, leveraging narrative as an educational tool.
- Literacy promotion through storytelling and author engagement literacy_through_storytellingUses storytelling, author interactions, and reading-based workshops as a mechanism to foster literacy and deepen community involvement.
- Skill-sharing in quilting for diverse experience levels skill_sharingFacilitates intergenerational and inclusive learning by sharing quilting skills with both experienced practitioners and beginners, preserving cultural craft through hands-on education.
- Skill-sharing in quilting for diverse experience levels skill_sharingFacilitates intergenerational and inclusive learning by teaching quilting skills to both experienced practitioners and beginners, preserving cultural craft traditions.
- Skill-sharing in quilting to engage diverse participants skill_sharingShares quilting skills with both experienced and novice participants, using hands-on skill transmission to build community and preserve craft traditions.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Community Programs
A series of educational and informative programs led by experts in various fields like art, history, storytelling, botany, and science for people of all ages.
Gilbert Historical Museum
A museum showcasing artifacts and exhibits chronicling the history of Gilbert, Arizona, including authentic farm equipment.
Live Quilting Bee
Volunteer quilters demonstrate their skills and complete unfinished quilt tops for the public, with proceeds supporting HD SOUTH.
Storyteller Workshops
Programs and workshops focused on literature, including author meetings, book clubs, and children's author readings and story times.
relationships · 2
who they work with
- HD SOUTH Partner — Collaborates on storyteller programs and workshops for children and families.
- SRP Partner — Program sponsor of HD SOUTH community programs