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Mead hill is a venue and a service
The service
A cornerstone of Mead Hill is the idea that meaningful gatherings start with a clear purpose. Inspired by the work of Priya Parker, we believe that category ≠ purpose:
We get lulled into the false belief that knowing the category of the gathering—the board meeting, workshop, birthday party, town hall—will be instructive to designing it. But we often choose the template—and the activities and structure that go along with it—before we’re clear on our purpose.
- Priya Parker, “The Art of Gathering”
Therefore, part of our offering is guidance in your early stages of planning to arrive at a clear purpose and set of goals from which to plan from.
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At least one of our event specialists, you, and any other hosts or key members of the gathering you specify.
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We’ll use a series of tactics such as 1-on-1 interviews, brainstorming sessions, and other creative exercises to hear everyone out, and reach alignment. This can be virtual or in person if you are local.
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The strategy portion gives us a chance to:
Clarify your purpose and goals - a charter of sorts to help guide you through smaller decisions to come
Craft an outline for how you'll use your time in our spaces during your celebration to align with your goals and budget
After this point the gathering is yours to create, but knowing what you want your guests to walk away feeling gives everyone a strong anchor point in making the thoughtful decisions behind your celebration.
We have strong relationships with local vendors that we'll point you towards to build in the details as we prepare the space.
The Venue
Mead Hill has a collection of spaces that can customized for the goals of your gathering, mixing and matching as your group requires. Which spaces you use, for how long, and for how many people will determine the cost of your gathering.
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The Greenhouse
Our central gathering space is a radiant-floor heated, industrial style greenhouse with rolling planters and canopy vines. It can seat up to 160 with room for dancing and an outdoor deck with mountain views. Double ridge vents and sidewalls open for passive summer cooling.
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Garden in the sky
Our stone patio is framed by perennial plantings and elevated off the hillside for an infinity-pool effect overlooking the green and white mountains. This flexible space can host ceremonies and gatherings of all shapes and sizes.
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The Orchard
The farm’s revitalized apple orchard nestled below the mountains can host up to 50 off-grid camping guests. Here you can explore the nursery greenhouse used for experimental agroforestry projects.
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The Saphouse
The heart of the working farm’s maple operation is a timber frame saphouse built around a wood-fired evaporator. The space has been used for dance parties, receptions, community organizing, and more.
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The Yurt
Our yurt is located at the very top of the hill above the greenhouse and garden in the sky, with sweeping views of the mountain. It is furnished, solar-powered, and ready to serve as a cozy retreat after your gathering.
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