Evermay’s Mind and Meaning program offers events and experiences designed to explore the connections among personal growth, creativity, and community. Evermay sparks discovery, nurtures well-being, and fosters meaningful connection.
This spring, Evermay launches a new speaker series—bringing leading thinkers into conversation on our historic Georgetown estate.
May 6th
Astrophysicist and former NASA space scientist Hakeem Oluseyi kicked off the speaker series with an exploration of the science shaping space exploration and what it could mean for humanity’s future beyond Earth—including the realities of deep space travel and the possibility of intergenerational missions.
Check back soon for a video featuring highlights from the event.
June 10th
Join us for a conversation with Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Jodi Kantor on her new book How to Start, exploring how we navigate uncertainty, build meaningful careers, and move forward with purpose.
7:00–8:30 PM conversation, Q&A, and optional book signing. Doors open at 6:00 PM.
Ticket price includes complimentary valet parking as well as light bites and beverages (selection of beer, wine, soft drinks). Must be 21+ to consume alcoholic beverages.
Long before matcha lattes, there was Chanoyu — The Way of Tea
Slow down for an afternoon of Japanese tea ceremony hosted by third-generation tea student and practitioner, Lisa Yamashita Allen. Steeped in the Omotesenke tradition, Lisa and a team of teachers and practitioners will offer an accessible, relevant and very personal introduction to a 450 year old ritual: Chanoyu — the Way of Tea. Guests will participate in a tea ceremony demonstration, receive a bowl of hand-whisked matcha as well as Japanese sweets, and have time to reflect in the historic gardens of Evermay in Georgetown.
Three sittings: 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm. Each session is separately ticketed and lasts a little over one hour. Seating is in chairs, not on the floor. Open to all; no prior experience necessary.
Ticket price includes on-site parking.
“Prepare the brazier so that the water can come properly to boil, arrange flowers in a natural way, and enjoy the bowl of tea.” — Sen no Rikyu, 16th century
This spring, we are excited to offer a yoga series on Evermay’s picturesque grounds. These sessions are designed to support well-being, mindfulness, and intentionality in Evermay’s unique, welcoming space.
Whether you’re brand new to yoga or a regular practitioner, all are welcome.
Together we’ll experience soft, flowing movement and mindful breathing led by instructor Jordan-Leigh Harrington. Jordan-Leigh has been practicing and teaching yoga for nearly a decade and believes yoga is more than just movement – it’s about community, connection, and the gentle remembrance that we’re never truly alone.
