Thank you for joining us at The Woman’s Club! TWC Membership is the gift you give yourself, and we are so glad you’re here! On this page, you’ll find everything you need to dive into your new membership — and we invite you to explore the TWC website further!
The Woman’s Club is an incredible organization that was founded by women, for women, with a rich history that spans over 130 years. We seek to educate, inspire, and engage our members, and to foster lifelong friendships, through programs and events.
Our unique club is located in the historic and vibrant Bolling Haxall House, located in the heart of downtown Richmond, and our special events bring members together across the greater Richmond area and beyond!
Feel free to reach out to TWC’s Membership Coordinator at should you have any questions or need additional information.
Thank you again for joining us at The Woman’s Club!
Founded in 1894, the Club has been committed to downtown Richmond for over 130 years. We seek to educate, inspire, and engage our members with programs and content from worlds beyond our own because we know that an open mind is a fulfilled mind. No matter our viewpoints, no matter our backgrounds, we all have a voice. And more importantly, we all have a place at The Woman’s Club.
The Woman’s Club Leadership
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Sylvia Buffington-Lester, Club President
Robin Hurst, President-Elect
Betty Walker, Vice-President of Membership
Sally Schwitters, Executive Director
Karen Huennekens, Director of Development
Rebecca Guest, Membership Coordinator
Ambrose Clark, Office Manager
Emma Loderick, Rental Sales Manager
Heidi Crapol,Director, Capital Campaign
Kyle Huske, Development Coordinator
Debbie Niemeier, Bookkeeper
As We Honor Our Past, Inspire Our Future
Having recently celebrated our 130th anniversary, The Woman’s Club is planning for the future. We are committed to offering quality programs and experiences that enrich the lives of our members. We are proactively growing membership and creating new opportunities for friendship, connection, and learning that are integral to the Club’s mission. We are also striving to increase revenue so that the Club is strong financially moving forward.
To accomplish these objectives and engage our general membership, we are thrilled to have entered the final stretch of our campaign to improve the heart of our Home, the auditorium.
The focus in the remaining months will be on:
Finishing up the repair and cleaning of the original Union Jack windows
New stage curtains installed
Floors in the Auditorium, stage and Fleet Foyer refurbished
Installation of the new speaker system and sound system
New screen and projector installed
New carpet installed on the balcony staircase and balcony
We look forward to welcoming our members to our beautiful new auditorium for the 2026-2027 season. To view the full list of the programs and events that will shape this exciting season, visit the Programs & Events tab of our site.
Experience the many educational and social benefits of membership with The Woman’s Club. For more information about how to take advantage of these benefits, contact our Membership Coordinator at .
MONDAY SPEAKER PROGRAM
A long-standing tradition of The Woman’s Club, our history of renowned speakers includes programs featuring Jenna Busch Hager, Mitch Albom, Jeffrey Rosen, Rick Bragg, and more.
Some of our outstanding speakers lined up for this season include artistic director of the Branch Museum Kristen Cavallo, New York Times bestselling authors Denise Kiernan and Patrick Radden Keefe, art conservationist Debbie Linn, and Frances Z. Brown, Vice President of Studies at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, and more!
18+ programs each year from October through April
Speaker reception
Opportunities to meet speakers
Book signings
SPECIAL EVENTS, CLASSES, AND WORKSHOPS
Join fellow members for specially curated tours and social events throughout the year, or take part in our more informal educational outings – usually held on weekdays October-April.
Past special events have included a history of perfume “make and take” workshop, financial planning, mixology class, and historic walking tours.
Local and out of town trips
Holiday reception
Annual meeting and luncheon
And more!
LIBRARY
The Woman’s Club Lending Library is available to members throughout the year, including the summer. Books may be borrowed for three weeks during the Club season and for six weeks during the summer.
REDUCED RATES FOR HOUSE RENTAL
Think of us for your next special event. Members receive a discounted rate on rentals at the Bolling Haxall House.
RECIPROCAL PRIVILEGES
Enjoy special rates and benefits. The Woman’s Club is proud to partner with nearby local businesses and organizations.
Lunch and parking privileges at the Commonwealth Club on TWC program days
Discounted room rates at Linden Row Inn for members’ out of town guests
Frequently Asked Questions from Our New Members
How can I volunteer for a Committee or the Board?
Thank you for your interest! We have a wide variety of volunteer opportunities within the club, and volunteer service is never a requirement of members, but always appreciated! The Board has a nominating process, and some Committees are available to join immediately. To volunteer for a committee, please submit this form: https://twcrichmond.org/the-club/member-updates/ with your areas of interest!
What should I expect at Monday Programs as a new member?
We will welcome members to the Virginia Museum of History and Culture (VMHC) for the 2025-2026 Monday Program season. Programs will take place right inside the Robins Family Forum, off the main lobby.
You don’t need to register for these programs, but we encourage you stop by our nametag table just inside the auditorium to pick up your TWC nametag! As a new member, you will receive a yellow nametag, although we have permanent nametags available to order both online and in person at the VMHC immediately prior to the start of programs.
The program and following Speaker Reception, held in Halsey Family Hall, is an excellent opportunity to meet other members and the guest speaker of the day.
If you need any assistance at the VMHC, please feel free to stop by the membership table ask any questions you may have!
I cannot always attend a Monday Program in-person. Are there other events?
In addition to the in-person Monday Speaker Programs (October-April), we have a variety of evening, lunchtime, and off-site special events, including trips, lectures, workshops, and parties.
Information regarding all special events can be found in the membership yearbook directory, as well as through the Calendar and Programs & Events tabs of the Member’s Area.
A link to watch the program live, as well as information to view archived programs, are emailed weekly along with Friday’s E-Updates.
Where can I park for events?
Parking options will vary depending on the events. Please make sure to check the location of the event when registering.
During our 2025-2026 season, Monday Programs will be hosted at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture (VMHC) at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23220. Parking is available behind the VMHC, with entrances from Kensington Avenue and across from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts parking garage (access from North Sheppard Street or Stuart Avenue).
Parking is free for VMHC members. Just scan your membership card at the parking station to enter and exit. Non-member parking fees are $5 for 4 hours and $1 every hour thereafter. Woman’s Club members who do not belong to the VMHC should take a ticket from the parking station to enter the lot and insert the ticket on leaving to pay the parking fee.
Free street parking is available in the area adjacent to the VMHC building.
When are my Annual Dues and one-time initiation fee due?
New members will receive an electronic invoice from the Club within one month of their acceptance notification. If you have not received your invoice within 30 days, please contact our bookkeeper at .
Annual dues for all members are sent in the spring. Please note that all members are given the option of ordering an updated printed member directory for an additional charge as part of their dues, but that this directory is not included in dues automatically.
What do my dues cover? Are there other opportunities to support the Club’s mission?
Annual dues help defray Program costs and the daily operations of the Club. They do not cover improvements or repairs to the Bolling Haxall House or donations to the TWC Scholarship Fund.
While membership dues are not eligible, donations to the Foundation and the Scholarship are both tax deductible.
Are men welcomed to the programs?
Yes, men are invited to attend programs and events as guests.
How do I register for an event? Can I register day-of, or pay on-site?
By visiting either the Calendar or Programs & Events tabs of the Member’s Area, you will find a list of our events, with links to register online. Registration for special events typically close a minimum of one week prior to the event, so we ask that you register and pay in advance to guarantee your ticket(s)!
Can I order a member name tag or yearbook?
Yes, you can order at any time! Nametags are ordered quarterly and cost $10, and yearbooks cost $25. You can order yours online through our Store, or pay by check or cash either in person or by mail.
Yearbooks are printed annually and arrive to the house in early Fall. If you pre-order in our Spring window, they will be shipped directly to you in the mail. For those who miss this window, yearbooks are available for purchase while supplies last in person at the house and at our Monday programs, or over the phone.
