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Event Information for Guests:

We have a NEW feature this year: Signature SWD items available for online purchase. 

Purchase now and pick up at the event:

Local artist Debbie Burk has designed and created hand-made ceramic vessels for us to use as centerpieces for the event. We are excited to offer them for purchase to you. Buy one now and take it home after the event – you’ll even get the colorful potted plant it holds!

 
 (Ceramics / T-shirts)

Event Details:

Check in is at the F Entrance - near the big yellow sculpture "Illinois Landscape, No. 5" by John Henry AKA "French Fries"

4 p.m.: Check in begins.

4 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Guided golf cart tours, self-guided walking tours

VIP Artist Reception (VIP ticket required).

5 p.m. – 6 p.m.: Cocktail Reception @ "Illinois Landscape, No. 5" by John Henry.

6 p.m.: Welcome & John Henry Tribute.

6:30 p.m.: Dinner & Program.

After Glow Party: DJ & dancing, drinks, coffee service by “On the Go Jo" 
Exhibition in the Visual Arts Gallery:

Richard Hunt – Making Chicagoland – The Chicago Commissions

The event will take place rain or shine.

Please wear shoes for walking in grass, and dress in layers for changing temperatures throughout the event.  Garden Party Attire

We thank our sponsors:

Michael W. Lewis and Jacqueline James Lewis

theNate acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency