Wildwood Park news

ANNOUNCING MAGNIFICENT HOMES IN WILDWOOD'S ANNUAL 

 

Join us for holiday ideas, fun and decor demonstrations
as Wildwood presents fabulous Little Rock and North Little Rock homes for the tour! 

 

Saturday, December 8th, 10-4pm

Holiday Tour of Homes

Wildwood Park and event chairs, Kristen Vandaveer and Chris Olsen, have created a showcase of five beautiful homes for the Park's annual Holiday Tour. Home Hosts include:

 

Gayla and Dennis Jungmeyer
575 Silverwood Trail, North Little RockHoliday Decor Designed by: Kem Kimberling, Kimberling Interiors
Heather and Shane Morden
5320 Edgewood, Little Rock's Heights NeighborhoodHoliday Decor Designed by: Chris Olsen, Botanica Gardens 

Tiffany and Daniel Robinson
40 Edgehill Road, Little Rock's Heights Neighborhood
Holiday Decor Designed by: Robinsons and Tipton & Hurst
Elizabeth and Tom Small
4701 Hillcrest Avenue, Little Rock's Hillcrest NeighborhoodHoliday Decor Designed by: J Michael Jackson, J Michael Jackson Designs

Carol and Todd Witham
5 Deauville Circle in West Little RockHoliday Decor Designed by: Barry Smith and Julie Hobbs, Smith-Hobbs Interiors

Arkansas State Capitol:

Holiday Decor Designed by: Phil Cato, About Vase
As a special treat this year, guests will be able to enjoy Christmas decor at the Arkansas State Capitol at 500 Woodlane Avenue, during Holiday Tour of Homes hours. The Arkansas State Capitol is at its most beautiful during the Christmas season. Guests are asked to enter the State Capitol through the tunnel on the East side of the building. (The public is not required to purchase a Holiday Tour of Homes ticket to visit the Capitol Rotunda.)

 

In addition to the Tour Wildwood is also hosting a Private Preview Party and Holiday Designer Breakfast!

Friday, December 7th, 7-9pmPrivate Preview Party
Wildwood's Holiday weekend kicks off at the exquisite Hargis home at 40 Valley Club Circle. Prepare to be awestruck with the home's holiday glow designed by co-chair and renowned designer Chris Olsen. Enjoy an intimate evening with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and entertainment. (The Hargis home will be exclusively shown for the Private Preview Party and will not be available for visits on Saturday's Tour of Homes.)
Saturday, December 8th, 9-10:30amHoliday Designer Breakfast at Wildwood Park
A new addition this year! Enjoy a wonderful spread and holiday decoration demonstrations by Little Rock's most notable designers including Tammy Copeland, Tom Chandler and Chris Olsen.

Tickets$75 Ticket includes Private Preview, *Breakfast and Tour
$50 Ticket includes *Breakfast and Tour
$25 Ticket includes Tour Only ($30 Day of Tour available at Homes to purchase)

*Breakfast reservations encouraged.

 

Purchase tickets online by visiting https://tickets.wildwoodpark.org/ or calling Wildwood at 501-821-7275.

Tickets are also available for purchase in-store at Botanica Gardens and Silks A Bloom.

 

Interested in volunteering and getting a FREE ticket to the Tour?
Wildwood would love your help! We are looking for volunteers for the below dates and times:

Friday, November 30th, 12-5pm Wildwood will be having a "Decorating Party" to get ready for the Holiday Tour of Homes Breakfast at Wildwood. Come for an hour or all five! We’ll have festive snacks and caffeine to give you that energy you need to hang the mistletoe!

We are also looking for volunteers for the Holiday Tour itself, Saturday, December 8th. The shifts are as follows:

Shift 1: 9:30-1pm
Shift 2: 1-4:30pmContact Kristi Davis, Resource Development Coordinator

at kristi@wildwoodpark.org or call 501-821-7275 ext 224
 

Wildwood's Holiday Tour of Homes Sponsors
 

Special Thanks:
Co-Chairs - Chris Olsen and Kristen Vandaveer
Breakfast Chairs - Martha Galek and Mary Wildgen
Mountain Valley Water, Tom Chandler, Tammy Copeland,
Botanica Gardens, Silks A Bloom, Life in Chenal and Arkansas Surgical Hospital  

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   NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

Annoucing Ashley Jenkins as Holiday House Drawing Winner 

Wildwood enjoyed taking part in Holiday House and meeting all those who entered into Wildwood's Holiday Tour of Homes drawing for 2 tickets to the Preview Party, Breakfast and Tour. Congratulations to Ashley and we hope all who entered join us for the Tour weekend!

Now Accepting Resumes for Instuctors 

Wildwood Park is currently accepting resumes for instructors interested in leading arts-based, nature-based and horticulture-based classes and summer camps. Please include a cover letter and personal teaching statement with your resume. Please submit application materials to Sheridan Posey at sheridan@wildwoodpark.org or mail to 20919 Denny Road, Little Rock, AR 72223.

Looking for space for your Holiday Party?

As the Holiday festivities approach and your event planning begins, keep Wildwood in mind. Spend the day surrounded by a 105-acre green space or an evening illuminated by Wildwood’s twinkle lights that brighten the paths around the building for a unique and merry celebration.

 

Wildwood offers many outdoor and indoor venues suitable for a variety of events. From our outdoor covered pavilion to our indoor theatre and lobbies, the Park provides a beautiful setting for your corporate Christmas party or holiday soiree.

Rates start at just $500. It is our pleasure to work with you to create an event that is both successful and unforgettable.

For more information about renting space at Wildwood Park contact Pittman Ware, Rentals and Facilities Coordinator, at pittman@wildwoodpark.org or call 501-821-7275 ext 225.

 

Dedicate a Tree at Wildwood

Dedicate a tree in celebration or in memory of a special person in your life. This is a unique holiday gift that grows stronger with time.