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32nd Tudor Place Garden Party

Georgetowners honor longtime resident Tom Birch.

Donning fascinators, floppies, panamas and boaters, Georgetowners came out in style Wednesday evening for Tudor Place's 32nd Spring Garden Party.

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Aimee Burck and Zoe Persina  greeting guests  Photo by Judith Beermann

A cherished springtime tradition, this annual fundraiser supports historic preservation, conservation and educational programming for all ages, and for thousands of visitors each year.

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Debbie and Braxton Moncure  Photo by Judith Beermann

Executive Director Mark Hudson joined co-chairs Aimee Burck and Zoe Persina to welcome guests for an evening of fabulous food and drink, and to recognize this year’s honoree, Tom Birch for his outstanding contributions to Georgetown.

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Photo by Judith Beermann

Board of Trustees President, Christy Pichichero thanked Tom "for his longtime service on the Advisory Neighborhood Commission, being a fine neighbor, a generous member, a donor and a docent." 

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Tom Birch  Photo by Judith Beermann

Tom has selected Collections for any donations that come in under his name. 

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Photo by Judith Beermann

On exhibit now, “Ancestral Spaces: People of African Descent” is a very special installation and guided tour receiving national attention for its collaboration with descendants of enslaved and free people of African descent who lived and worked at Tudor Place.

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The Baldwins  Photo by Judith Beermann
The Baldwins  Photo by Judith Beermann

With gratitude to Tom, donors, members and partners, Mark Hudson recognized his talented team including Director of Development & Communications Janet Wall and Development Manager Jessica Zaluzec.

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Foggy Bottom Whomp Stompers  Photo by Judith Beermann

Guests enjoyed lively conversation and entertainment by Foggy Bottom Whomp Stompers.

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Jennifer and David Romm  Photo by Judith Beermann
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Photo by Judith Beermann