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Current Issue – Volume 41, Issue 1 (February 2026)

The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association (MVLA) has appointed Jonathan Kavalier as the inaugural Lucy S. Rhame Executive Director of Gardens and Landscapes at George Washington’s Mount Vernon after a national search. In this role, Kavalier will lead the preservation, restoration, and long-term stewardship of the estate’s historic gardens, grounds, and natural resources, advancing Mount Vernon’s mission to honor George Washington’s legacy as an innovative farmer and visionary land steward.

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Any member of the American Public Gardens Association may submit a piece of industry-specific news. Submissions are accepted via the webform only; please do not email your submission request to us directly.

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The majority of news the Association receives from its members will appear in either the News Center section of the website. Occasionally, when appropriate, selections are featured in the monthly e-newsletter or on social media. If we are not able to accommodate your request, the Association is committed to working with you in sharing your news via another stream of member communication.

For questions or more information, contact Marketing & Communications Manager, Richard Doran at RDoran@publicgardens.org.

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