About SVP’s Jeffersonian Dinners:
Jeffersonian Dinners are structured gatherings where attendees explore a specific topic while dining together in a friendly setting. Join SVP hosts as they invite small groups of 8-12 attendees to gather, share a family-style meal, and learn more about the ways SVP does our work. Participants will gather, informally greet others in attendance then dive into a structured conversation, with the host setting the stage and offering questions to kick off a lightly facilitated group discussion. For this October 18th session, we’ll share in a meaningful conversation about WOW! Children's Museum. The group will learn more about the services WOW! Children's Museum provides, its impact in our community, and how SVP supports their critical work.
A History of the Tradition:
The tradition of a Jeffersonian Dinner began at the home of Thomas Jefferson in the 1800s. A man of many talents and with a deep curiosity about the world around him, Jefferson was to known to invite thought leaders and influencers of his time from a range of backgrounds and fields – whether it be the arts, sciences, current affairs, philosophy or literature – to share in conversation and debate on a particular topic. By engaging in a single conversation, with only one person speaking at a time, Jefferson and his guests were able to unlock the power of their collective wisdom. The purpose was simple: to listen, learn, and inspire one another through meaningful dialogue around a particular topic.
