Benefit Events

The Fiddlehead Fling Gala; Light Up The Night is a fundraising event to help move forward the Montshire’s mission of empowering and forging lifelong learners.

Festive attire - Black Tie optional

$150 per person

Join us for an evening of celebration, community, and philanthropy in support of the Montshire Museum of Science at The Fiddlehead Fling Gala, on Friday, May 5 at 6pm.* All proceeds from this gala event support the Montshire’s science exhibits and education programs, which provide meaningful and empowering science engagement for thousands of children and families across Northern New England and beyond each year.

Reservations include delicious hors d’oeuvres from Christophe Catering, two free drink tickets, and complimentary champagne from 6-6:30pm, served by Maple Street Catering. Plus, delectable desserts by King Arthur Baking Company! Get ready to celebrate with a live program, live music and a silent art auction!

The raffle is sponsored by Von Bargen’s Jewelry.

Enter to win!

Lilydust drop earrings, designed and created by Toronto based designer Anne Sportun. 18 karat yellow gold with a border of round brilliant cut diamonds (0.29 carats). Satin finish on the interior with drop gold ear-wires.

Value: $4600

You need not be present to win. Only 100 entries to be sold!

Fund a Need is a special component of the event that allows you to make a donation in support of specific community needs.

Your generous donation will help the Montshire develop relevant and innovative science exhibits, education programs, and community engagement events to support families, teachers, schools, and students in our communities throughout Vermont, New Hampshire, and beyond. Please support science and Fund a Need!

You can Fund a Need during the event, or in advance. Click here to make a fully tax-deductible donation. Choose Fund a Need in the options.

Thank you!