LATE UPDATE: 2020 Art Ball Chair Brian Bolke just sent word that the spring black-tie favorite Dallas Museum of Art fundraiser slated for Saturday, April 18, has been canceled. According to DMA Eugene McDermott Director Agustin Arteaga, "We are deeply indebted to Ball Chair Brian Bolke who brought a dynamic vision to this year’s gala. We are also appreciative of you, our … [Read more...] about Friday, March 13’s Roundup Of Cancellations, Postponements, Suspensions And Closures Resulting From Coronavirus Concerns
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2018 Art Ball Auction Item #5: Paris Place Vendome With Louis Vuitton
Two letters — LV — have become one of the most highly prized brands in luxury fashion standing for Louis Vuitton. From its founding in 1854, it has been synonymous with the highest quality workmanship and design. Time and time again, world travelers have made jaw-dropping entrances at hotels with their luxury luggage emblazoned with LV. This 2018 Art Ball live auction … [Read more...] about 2018 Art Ball Auction Item #5: Paris Place Vendome With Louis Vuitton
2018 Art Ball Auction Item #4: The Ultimate Cowboys Experience
It’s the newest star in North Texas special events… and it will always be a star thanks to Dallas Cowboys’ first couple Gene and Jerry Jones. In addition to being the Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters, The Star in Frisco has been designed for every type of partying. For the winning bid on this Art Ball auction package, there will be a VIP guided tour for 20 followed by … [Read more...] about 2018 Art Ball Auction Item #4: The Ultimate Cowboys Experience
2018 Art Ball Auction Item #2: A Year Of Highland Park Village Luxury
As dazzling as Highland Park Village may seem, this 2018 Art Ball auction package puts a whole new polish to its image and for the winner. Valued at more than $23,000, the nine totally different goodies in this one-of-a-kind offering will showcase the shopping mega at its finest. Fachini (Value: $5,000) — One private holiday lunch party at Highland Park Village’s Fachini … [Read more...] about 2018 Art Ball Auction Item #2: A Year Of Highland Park Village Luxury
2018 Art Ball Auction Item #1: Dior For The Day In Denver
With second homes in Aspen, Vail and Beaver Creek, Dallasites have become experts on the beauty of Colorado’s mountains. But some folks might not realize that Denver has gained quite a reputation for the masterpieces at its Denver Art Museum. For instance, “Dior: From Paris To The World,” showcasing more than 70 years of the House of Dior will call the Mile-High Museum home … [Read more...] about 2018 Art Ball Auction Item #1: Dior For The Day In Denver
Start Working Out Because A Weekend Of Fundraising Gala Collisions Lies Ahead
Well, yuck! North Texas is preparing to have one of those fundraising collision weekends. Drat! On Saturday, April 22, two major, supercalifragilisticexpialidocious events are taking place. The wine-loving types will be at the Omni Dallas for the American Heart Association graze and gaze with a corral full of chefs and more wines than California could produce for Côtes du … [Read more...] about Start Working Out Because A Weekend Of Fundraising Gala Collisions Lies Ahead
2017 Art Ball’s “All That Glistens” Eight Live Auction Items Revealed
The Dallas Museum of Art’s Art Ball is one of the knock-it-out-the-park fundraising galas of the year. Not only is it set at the DMA, but the guests just have a certain panache in the glamorama category. One of the highlights of the black-tie evening is the live auction of amazingly curated items. Last night, Art Ball’s “All That Glistens” Co-Chairs Ann and Lee Hobson along … [Read more...] about 2017 Art Ball’s “All That Glistens” Eight Live Auction Items Revealed
2016 Art Ball Patrons Partied Among “Couture Construction” At The Joule’s Terrace With Appetizers In Toolboxes, Designer Jeremy Scott And Beautiful Peeps
The collegiate basketball title was over. The politicos were taking a timeout for the night. So, it was perfect timing for the beautiful peeps to get together with fashions and art at The Joule Terrace on the evening of Wednesday, April 6. To spotlight the poreless folks and artistic clothes, Mother Nature shone a perfect light with equally perfect temperatures. … [Read more...] about 2016 Art Ball Patrons Partied Among “Couture Construction” At The Joule’s Terrace With Appetizers In Toolboxes, Designer Jeremy Scott And Beautiful Peeps
Art Ball Auction Item #1: I’m Frank Sinatra!
The April 11 Art Ball's 8 live auction items are living up to this year's theme — Art Ball 50: Self-Portrait. Each is tailor made for the art lover. They range from far away locations associated with art to staying near-and-dear for one-of-a-kind opportunities. In the days leading up to the black-tie gala fundraiser for the Dallas Museum of Art, various packages will be … [Read more...] about Art Ball Auction Item #1: I’m Frank Sinatra!
Art Ball Past Chairs Were Celebrated At Nancy Carlson’s With Sweet Masterpieces As Part Of 50th Anniversary
In the world of visual art, Wednesday, March 18, was a gathering of angels. At the invite of 2015 Art Ball 50: Self-Portrait Chair Nancy Carlson and the host committee, the previous chairs were invited to be honored for the past years of the multi-million dollar fundraiser. The day’s rain had pulled back, so the ladies and Dallas Museum of Art Eugene … [Read more...] about Art Ball Past Chairs Were Celebrated At Nancy Carlson’s With Sweet Masterpieces As Part Of 50th Anniversary
MySweetWishList: Art Ball 2015
According to Art Ball 2015 Chairman Nancy Carlson, “Eugene McDermott Director Maxwell L. Anderson and I recently announced that Art Ball 50: Self Portrait, benefiting the Dallas Museum of Art (DMA), will be held Saturday, April 11, 2015. Art Ball 50 will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Art Ball and will feature a host committee comprised of past Art Ball Chairs. … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Art Ball 2015