Philadelphia, October 17, 2023 — Awbury Arboretum is delighted to announce the appointment of Denys Davis as the new Rental Coordinator. This position is a step towards sharing the Arboretum’s beautiful, fun, and unusual rental venues, including the historic Cope House, AdventureWoods natural playground, and The Farm at Awbury, with a larger audience, as well as strengthening Awbury’s relationship with local businesses and organizations in Northwest Philadelphia.
Denys brings a wealth of experience in art, design, event coordination, and community building. During her time working at The Colored Girls Museum, she gained expertise in the local activism and the community of Germantown. “We’re excited to have Denys join our team and facilitate local families and businesses in holding events at the Arboretum,” says Awbury’s Deputy Director Branda O’Neil.
In her role as Rental Coordinator, Denys plans to incorporate her diverse skill set to connect with local organizations and deepen Awbury’s connection with the Germantown community. “I believe good community relations are the backbone of a thriving and harmonious society,” says Denys. She emphasizes the value of “cooperation, understanding, and unity” as well as “promoting a sense of belonging and shared responsibility” for individuals and organizations like Awbury Arboretum.