Inspired by Nature: Blending Hospitality with Habitat 

At Hawthorn Hollow, we believe every addition to our sanctuary should serve both people and nature. That’s why we’re launching our next Inspired by Nature campaign—to build a thoughtfully designed concession stand at our outdoor amphitheater.

This isn’t just any structure—it’s a rustic, shanty-style concession stand that will feel right at home in the heart of our woodlands. Nestled within the same footprint as our current open-air space, this new build will preserve the integrity of the surrounding habitat while offering big improvements:

-Less setup stress for our dedicated staff and volunteers

-More convenience for guests attending concerts and events

-Aesthetic harmony with the landscape, blending beautifully into our natural sanctuary

Each year, this space welcomes over 4,000 event guests—including hundreds of attendees at each of our three seasonal concerts, and more than 3,000 visitors during our popular Walk in the Woods Art Fair and a great number of families during our two nights of Spooky Hollow. A permanent concession stand will help us serve all of them more efficiently and comfortably.

Your gift helps us create a more welcoming, functional space for everyone who enjoys music, art, and community at Hawthorn Hollow—without compromising the wild beauty that makes this place so special.

Support this meaningful upgrade today—because nature deserves thoughtful design, and so do our guests.

You can join this new and exciting addition to Hawthorn Hollow! Please consider supporting this project by donating to one of the following tiers:

Contributors

$25 + Recognized in our publications

Sponsors

$100 + Recognized on a group plaque on the Shanty

Sustaining Supporters

$500 + Prominently recognized on a group plaque on the Shanty

Top Supporters

$10,000 + Separate plaque with company/personal branding for the Shanty

Help us bring this new experience to Hawthorn Hollow!