Thursday, June 10, 2010 at 6:00pm

 
Each year in early June, while the Arboretum grounds are in full bloom, a giant tent is erected in the meadow just below the Capitol Columns.  With a cocktail reception in the fragrant National Herb Garden and a feast in the meadow, the Great Arboretum Cookout is the Friends of the National Arboretum's (FONA) biggest fundraiser - and a "fun"-raiser as well. Many thanks to all of our donors!

Not another DC black tie event (dress is business casual), the Cookout brings together people from business, government and the community to support the gardens and programs at the Arboretum. Each year a different state is honored; in 2010, we honored the great state of Minnesota. This well-attended event always attracts an interesting mix of guests: Arboretum enthusiasts, corporations with an interest in preserving greenspaces, members of Congress, and in 2010, members of the Minnesota delegation.  

For more information, contact Robin Gibbin, Director of Development at rgibbin@fona.org or contact our office at (202) 544-8733.