2025 Young Collectors CIRCLE
Who We Are
MEMBERSHIP
Members will be joining a dynamic group of emerging collectors and fine art enthusiasts who are committed to raising funds for local charities serving the needs of at-risk children and families in our area by sponsoring the annual antique show. The Young Collectors Circle is open to those individuals under the age of 40 and includes the following member benefits with a $500 investment.
BENEFITS
The Young Collectors Circle is open to those individuals under the age of 40 and includes the following member benefits with a $500 investment (payment options are available).
1 ticket to Preview Night at the annual Show, a $300 value
4+ dedicated YCC events and receptions throughout the year with industry speakers at unique venues
Community engagement with at-risk children and families in the Washington area
Networking opportunities with a cultivated list of 30- to 40-year-old professionals
CHARITIES
The Bishop John T. Walker School for Boys: www.bishopwalkerschool.org
St. John's Community Services: www.sjcs.org
Building Bridges Across The River: www.bbardc.org
CONTACT
Marion Smith Buglione
Mary Grace Hathaway Meyers
2025 Co-Chairs of the YCC
YoungCollectorsCircleWWS@gmail.com
2025 CALENDAR of events
JANUARY AT THE SHOW
January 8: Enjoy cocktails and nibbles with fellow YCC members to kick off the weekend.
January 9: Join us for Preview Night at The Katzen Center from 6:00-9:00 pm.
Friday to Sunday: Join us for a “Run of the Show” admission (lectures sold separately) and Jazz Night on January 11 from 6:00–8:00 pm (cash bar).
APRIL AT OUR CHARITIES
April 10: Participate in a trip to and hands-on experience with our charity partners, Bishop Walker School for Boys and Building Bridges Across the River.
MAY AT MOUNT VERNON
May 10: Enjoy a private Saturday tasting of George Washington’s rye whiskey at Mount Vernon’s distillery.
JUNE AT THE WWS SPRING COCKTAIL
Join us for an evening with the WWS Benefactors, Directors, and Sponsors for cocktails and conversation.
SEPTEMBER LOAN EXHIBIT PREVIEW
Enjoy a sneak peak of the 2025 Loan Exhibit over cocktails and nibbles with friends of the WWS.
OCTOBER FALL FAMILY PICNIC
October 12: Join us at Tudor Place for a Sunday afternoon Fall Family Picnic on the front lawn including drinks, lunch and games — fun for all ages.
DECEMBER WREATH MAKING
Enjoy an exclusive Hillwood Estate private holiday wreath making session lead by the talented Hillwood Museum & Garden’s Ami Wilber.