The Emily Dickinson Museum will host Spring Garden Day on Friday, May 8, 2026, with two volunteer sessions: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Volunteers will help weed, divide perennials, plant new flowers, edge beds, and tend the historic Dickinson family landscape. No gardening experience is required. The event runs rain or shine. Participants should bring gloves, hand trowel, clippers, kneeling pad, water bottle, sun protection, and lunch if staying all day. Space is limited.
Registration is required. To sign up for one or both sessions, visit the museum’s ticketing page.













