Smithsonian Environmental Research Center

Understanding Ecosystems for a Sustainable Future

Visitors: SERC's outdoor trails are open from 8am-5:30pm Monday through Saturday, with closures only on Sundays and federal holidays. Visitors no longer need to wear face coverings to use the restrooms in our Reed Education Center. All visitors should do a self-health check before arriving, and stay home if feeling sick. See our COVID-19 Visitor Guide for where to park, updated maps and hours, and other safety info.

Staff Profile

Sarah Wade

Advancement Associate

WadeS@si.edu

Phone

4434822412

Biography

Sarah Wade joined the Advancement team at SERC in March of 2019, capitalizing on her love of the history of the Chesapeake, public engagement, and the environment. As the Advancement Assistant, she is responsible for handling gifts and donor stewardship, working closely with the Director's Circle, managing the Public Tour program and planning and assisting with events for the public. She graduated from Drew University in 2011 with a B.A. in History, with a minor in Political Science. She lives in downtown Annapolis with her husband and dog.