As Earth Day (April 22) approaches, we invite you to take a look behind the scenes at how we care for this special place and offer a few ideas for how you can do the same at home.
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Happy Birthday, Virginia!
To celebrate Virginia’s birthday, you can support her homestead – a place that is enjoyed by thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds each year. You can help us continue our mission to build a creative, caring community through curiosity and lifelong learning and honor the legacy of our special founder.
Exciting Opportunity: Become a Program Assistant at 577!
Are you passionate about education, the arts, and community engagement? We’re hiring two part-time Program Assistants to help bring our mission to...
Here for Good 2025
Support 577’s mission and the beauty of nature with a limited-edition t-shirt or sweatshirt—every purchase helps sustain our gardens, trees, and community programs!
Now Hiring in the Curiosity Shop
Passionate about sustainability, creativity, and community? Love books, handmade pottery, and unique gifts? We’re looking for a Curiosity Shop Clerk to help welcome visitors and provide excellent service in our Welcome Center & Curiosity Shop.
Join Our Team!
Looking for a fun and meaningful way to spend your summer outdoors? 577 is hiring seasonal staff members to join our properties team!
Seeds with a Story: Cultivating Beauty, Flavor, and Connection
Discover the magic of growing from seed with 577’s curated collection—locally adapted, resilient, and ready to bring beauty, flavor, and pollinator power to your garden.
Discovering with new eyes
For children, learning something new is an everyday experience. But as adults, we often resist the discomfort of being beginners. What happens when we embrace curiosity instead?
Winter Weather Policy at 577
With snowy days in the forecast, here is a reminder of the 577 Winter Weather Policy
Mushroom Cultivation Update
After 18 months of experimenting with culinary mushroom cultivation, Samantha is excited to share her progress! From thriving almond agaricus in the greenhouse to an impressive wine cap harvest, she reflects on the journey and shares what’s next.