Alumni
Celebrating 175 Years
Founded by The Rev. Matthew Meigs in 1851, The Hill School will celebrate its 175th anniversary this year. The 175th Celebration will commence at Reunion 2026 and culminate with a black-tie gala at Reunion 2027. Throughout the year, we will honor Hill’s enduring traditions, remarkable people, and the lasting impact of a Hill education, while also looking ahead to the School’s future.
A series of events on campus and beyond will bring alumni, families, and friends together in meaningful ways. Planned activities will include a Celebration Tour with regional gatherings, on-campus programs and signature events, opportunities for alumni and students to connect, and moments to reflect on Hill’s legacy through storytelling, history, and shared experiences.
Reunion 2026 | Launching 175th Anniversary Celebration
Reunion 2026, to be held June 5-7, 2026, will serve as the exciting kickoff to our 175th Anniversary Celebration—a spirited launch of a year honoring The Hill's proud history, traditions, and community. The weekend will set the tone for the entire anniversary year, bringing alumni together to reconnect, reflect, and look ahead as we begin commemorating 175 years of excellence. It will be a meaningful first step in our year-long historic celebration. Learn more about this event below.
Reunion 2027 | The 175th Anniversary Grand Finale | June 4-6, 2027
Reunion 2027 will be the signature event of the 175th Anniversary year and the celebration’s grand finale. This extraordinary weekend will culminate in an elegant black-tie gala—an unforgettable evening designed to bring our entire community together for one spectacular celebration. We hope alumni from across the decades will plan now to return for Reunion 2027, as it will be the capstone gathering of this milestone year and a once-in-a-generation opportunity to celebrate our beloved School.
Special 175th Anniversary Events
Reunion Weekend | June 5-7, 2026:
We look forward to welcoming alumni, former faculty, and guests to campus to join us in the Reunion Weekend Festivities, which will include the following:
- 175th Celebration Tour
- Oral History Booth
- Hill Voices Display
- Former & Current Faculty Academic Sessions
- 175th Anniversary Kickoff Gala
Anniversary Year Offerings:
- Faculty Emeriti Book Club
- Regional Alumni Celebrations
- Campus History Exhibitions
- Publications, Videos & Podcast Episodes
- Exclusive Merchandise
Closing Ceremonies:
- Black Tie Event at Reunion 2027: The signature event of the 175th Anniversary year and the celebration’s grand finale.
Additional information about the 175th Anniversary Celebration events will be shared throughout the year.
The 1793 House, which Matthew Meigs purchased in 1851 when he founded The Hill School.