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For Event Hosts

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For conservation-minded organizations, or those seeking to learn more about conservation, land protection, and the natural world, an event at the Rushton Conservation Center can provide a special opportunity for your organization to make important connections with nature and with each other.

Situated on the 86-acre Rushton Woods Preserve and adjacent to Rushton Farm in Chester County, Pennsylvania, the Rushton Conservation Center is a unique and special venue for a truly memorable event.

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  • A soaring timber-frame ceiling sets off the 1,400 square foot space, with seating for up to 50 people for dinner or up to 80 in auditorium-style rows or standing.
  • Wi-fi and high-definition audio-visual equipment, including a Hearing Loop System for the hearing impaired.
  • Flexible layout for various seating configurations. We can accommodate anything from a lecture to a Farm-to-Table dinner to a film to an engaging and collaborative meeting or strategy session.
  • A rustic 300 square foot covered porch overlooking the verdant fields of Rushton Farm, an organic farm situated within the Rushton Woods Preserve as a model of agroecology.
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  • Dedicated to our passion for quality organic ingredients like those grown at our Rushton Farm, local, seasonal eating and delicious food
  • Gas oven/range
  • Warming oven
  • Commercial dishwasher
  • Ample refrigeration space
  • Commercial ice maker
  • Full pantry
  • Seating for 14 at the kitchen countertop for interactive chef’s dinner or cooking workshops.

Included in all Facility Use is an introduction to the Trust's holistic approach to conservation. Deeper immersion in any of our conservation programs may be available to augment your event.

NEED MORE INFO?

Send email to events@wctrust.org to learn more about hosting an event at the Rushton Conservation Center.

EVENT SETUP GALLERY

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Seated dinners are possible in a variety of table configurations.

Classroom seating for lecture, panel discussion, film screening or similar.

Seating for lecture, panel discussion, film screening or similar.

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The permanently conserved land at Rushton Woods Preserve is an ideal backdrop.

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Porch can be used for serving, seating or socializing.

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Intimate setting of the teaching kitchen enhances interaction.

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The RCC's professionally-equipped kitchen can be employed for instructional use.

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Porch shown enclosed for use in inclement weather.

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Our conserved land gives evening events an undeniable charm.

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Where appropriate, events can be supported with programming like this tour of Rushton Farm.

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OUR NATURE PRESERVES

Our nature preserves are open to the public 365 days per year, providing natural places that offer peace and respite for all. We will keep them open as long as it is safe to do so. While visiting our preserves, please practice social distancing and wear a mask if you encounter another person who will be closer than six feet … Learn more about our nature preserves.

Upcoming Events

25 February

Nature at Night: Let’s Get Growing!

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01 - 31 March

Family Preserve Hike: Three Preserve Bingo!

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04 March

“Love the Land” Stewardship Volunteer Thursdays

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CONSERVE. INSPIRE. RESTORE. DONATE.

The Trust's holistic approach to land conservation, with a focus on the connections among land, farm, birds, and water, protects native habitat and provides open space for our earth to heal. Please help the Trust continue to preserve our natural world for all  generations and consider making an impactful donation … Donate Today

CONTACT

925 Providence Road
Newtown Square, PA 19073
(610) 353-2562
land@wctrust.org

OUR STORY

Willistown Conservation Trust's mission is to: "preserve and manage the open land, rural character, … read more

WHERE WE WORK

The work of the Willistown Conservation Trust is concentrated on 28,000 acres of Willistown Township … read more

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