Support The Hollow

Photo Credit: Land Trust of Virginia

Preserve History - Support The Hollow's 250th Campaign!

Join us in our mission to preserve and protect The Hollow, built by Thomas Marshall and the boyhood home of Chief Justice John Marshall, as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Every contribution—no matter the amount—helps safeguard this national treasure.

Consider supporting at one of these meaningful levels:

$1,765 - Chief Justice Level
Celebrate the year young John Marshall arrived at The Hollow.
🏅 Donors at this level or above will be permanently recognized with their name engraved on a plaque at The Hollow.
$260 - The Hollow Supporter
Contribute just $1 for each year of The Hollow's existence and help honor its rich history.
$100 Friend of the Hollow
Give at any level—every dollar makes a difference!

Your support ensures that The Hollow remains a lasting testament to America's heritage for generations to come.

Donate Now and be a part of history!

Your tax deductible donations help us make a difference. Any contribution is greatly appreciated!

Donate Online

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Donate by Check

If you prefer to send a check, please make it payable to:

Friends of the Hollow, Inc

1415 Snowden Rd
Delaplane, VA 20144

Thank you for your support!

Your donations will go towards the restoration and preservation of The Hollow, ensuring that future generations can learn about the history of this landmark.

Repairs

Repairing Rotted Exterior Trim

$15,000

The home's exterior trim has rotted over time, requiring specialized restoration to prevent further deterioration.

Repainting the Exterior

$11,000

Chipped paint on the building's exterior

A fresh coat of historically appropriate paint will help protect the structure and maintain its authenticity

Replacing the Shake Roof

$19,000 (estimated)

An image of the Hollow's split oak shingled roof

The home's period-specific historic split oak shingled roof needs replacement to prevent leaks and long-term structural damage.

Grading & Installing a Small Gravel Parking area

$5,000

an image of where the parking lot would go near the house

To make The Hollow more accessible to visitors, we need to install a modest parking area while preserving the landscape's historic character.