• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
Alice Ferguson Foundation

Alice Ferguson Foundation

Connecting people to the natural world, sustainable agricultural practices and the cultural heritage of their local watershed through education, stewardship and advocacy.

  • Ways To Give
    • Donate
    • Become A Member
    • Corporate
    • Pinot on the Potomac
    • Spring Fest
  • Who We Are
    • About Us
    • Our Team
    • Our History
    • Board of Directors
    • Our Partners & Sponsors
    • News & Stories
  • Education
    • Elementary School
    • Middle School
    • High School
    • Bridging The Watershed
    • Programs for Teachers
    • Family Programs
  • Cleanups
    • Find a Cleanup
    • Lead a Cleanup
    • Potomac River Watershed Cleanup
    • Community Action
  • Visit The Farm
    • Upcoming Events
    • Summer Adventure Camp
    • Volunteer With Us
    • Plan Your Event
    • Our Facilities
    • Our Living Building and Shoreline
    • Bird Watching
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Show Search
Hide Search
Home » News & Stories

News & Stories


Read about the latest happenings at the Alice Ferguson Foundation.


Member Moment: Marilyn Randall

Spring Fest is Back!

This Month in History: The Story of Henry Ferguson’s Father Lost at Sea

Employee Spotlight: Ashleigh Stovall

Employee Spotlight: Chris Farley

HBF Alumni Spotlight: Susie Thompson

Member Moment: Debra Gunnell

In Memory of Le Etta Townsend

A Closer Look: The Murals Within Our Living Building

Employee Spotlight: Itzamar Duran

Winter’s Wonder

After Pandemic Pause, Overnight Programs Resume at Hard Bargain Farm Environmental Center


News & Stories Archive

Alice Ferguson Foundation Executive Director Takes Part in National Park Foundation’s Friends Leadership Institute: Part 2

November 22, 2022
Theresa Cullen reflects on her adventures in Gatlinburg, Tennessee as part of the National Park Friends Alliance Meeting held in early November. To learn about how she received this opportunity […]

Employee Spotlight: Gabi Zabel

November 18, 2022
Our Education Specialist keeps our calendars full with visiting school groups and is an integral part of engaging with students in nature. Get to know Gabi in our employee spotlight […]

Alice Ferguson Foundation Executive Director Takes Part in National Park Foundation’s Friends Leadership Institute: Part 1

November 1, 2022
Theresa Cullen, Executive Director of the Alice Ferguson Foundation, was selected to be a member of the National Park Foundation’s first Friends Leadership Institute in 2019. This week, Theresa is […]

Flashback: Happy Birthday To Us On Our Twentieth – Part 2

October 24, 2022
On our 68th birthday, we’re looking back at our first 20 years as the Alice Ferguson Foundation. Some things have changed, but most remain the same as the once were. […]

Flashback: Happy Birthday To Us On Our Twentieth – Part 1

October 24, 2022
On our 68th birthday, we’re looking back at our first 20 years as the Alice Ferguson Foundation. Some things have changed, but most remain the same as the once were. […]

Employee Spotlight: Bill Townsend

October 19, 2022
Our Farm Manager keeps our farm friends fed and healthy, and ensures the barnyard stays tidy and safe for all who visit. Get to know our Farm Manager and bird […]

Celebrating Hard Bargain Farm’s Centennial Milestone

October 19, 2022
This year marks the centennial milestone of Alice Ferguson’s purchase of Hard Bargain Farm, situated along the Potomac River on ancestral land of the Piscataway people. Check out the history […]

Member Moment: Le Etta Townsend

September 30, 2022
We’re excited to continue our monthly Member Moment, featuring the wonderful members of the Alice Ferguson Foundation. As a close neighbor and former educator, this month’s member spotlight is no […]

Blast From The Past: In Memory of Max H. North

September 30, 2022
We’ve been digging through the Alice Ferguson Foundation’s historical files and found some fascinating stories that we’re excited to bring back. From time to time we’ll be sharing those findings […]

Employee Spotlight: Elizabeth Johnson

September 20, 2022
Our Events and Office Coordinator ensures our day-to-day operations and events run effectively and smoothly. We appreciate her stellar organization and get-the-job-done mentality. Get to know Elizabeth in our monthly […]
« Previous 1 2 3 4 5 … 14 Next »

Explore more

News & Stories Contact Join the Team Donate

Footer

2001 Bryan Point Road,
Accokeek, Maryland 20607
301-292-5665
info@fergusonfoundation.org



© 2023 Alice Ferguson Foundation

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Twitter
  • YouTube