In 1917, state legislation creating the Florida State Museum was signed into law. In the past century, the Museum has flourished, both as an educational resource to curious minds, and as a research center for local ecology and global biodiversity. We’ve been known as the Florida Museum of Natural History since 1988. As we turn our focus to the next century of science and exploration, come celebrate the Museum’s achievements over the past 100 years!
Join University of Florida President Dr. W. Kent Fuchs and Florida Museum of Natural History Director Dr. Douglas S. Jones
The Florida Museum of Natural History’s 100th Anniversary Gala Celebration will be a black-tie evening that immerses guests in an artistic interpretation of nature’s varied landscapes. Combining the beauty of natural elements with clean and modern sculptural work, guests will take on a new perspective of the beauty that surrounds us. From live entertainment, cocktails and upscale food, to a setting that comes alive with sights, sounds and colors, everyone is sure to leave inspired with a vision of the possibilities nature holds.
All proceeds from ticket sales and gala sponsorships will be contributed to the Museum’s special 100th anniversary endowment, which will support engaging exhibitions and inspiring, innovative educational public programs.
Where
The gala will be held at Powell Hall, in the galleries, exhibit spaces, and natural area adjacent to the museum.
Many thanks to our 100th Anniversary Gala sponsors for contributing towards the Florida Museum’s $1 million Anniversary Endowment goal for 2017.
Honorary Chairs
Kent and Linda Fuchs
William and Nadine McGuire
Robert O. and Ann Powell
Jon and Beverly Thompson
Presenting
Charles Perry Partners, Inc.
Charles Perry Partners, Inc.
Nancy V. Perry
Jon and Beverly Thompson
Platinum
Anne and John Shermyen
Gold
Mary Cade
Ginny and Joe Cauthen
Charles and Elizabeth Covell
Libby and Leonard Furlow
B.J. and Clark Hodge
Leslie and Paul Klein
Ken and Linda McGurn
Victor Yellen and Arlene Huszar
Silver
Mary Ann Cofrin
Cool Bones
Cox Communications
Beth Davis and Doug Smith
The Francis and Miranda Childress Foundation
Peggy and Dink Henderson
Doug and Sheila Jones
Bronia and Ralph Lowenstein
Bruce and Jeannette MacFadden
Susan Milbrath and Mark Brenner
Larry Page
Beverly and Jon Sensbach
Sonny’s Real Pit BBQ
Audrae and Craig Tisher
Wanda and Steve Tuttle
Joe and Eve Wilder
The Florida Museum has set a $1 million Anniversary Endowment goal during 2017, its 100th anniversary as the state museum of natural history. Gala sponsorships will fund this endowment, which will support exhibitions and public programs in perpetuity for the benefit of the University, city of Gainesville and State of Florida.
Gala Program
Friends of the Florida Museum may honor its 100th anniversary or highlight their corporate recognition with an ad in the 100th Anniversary Gala Program. Gala ads and sponsorship commitments must be received by March 31, 2017, to be included in the printed program.
One table for 12 to attend the 100th Anniversary Gala
Recognition as a Presenting Sponsor (lead placement on all print and digital marketing materials, gala program, onsite signage, museum donor board and website)
Butler Table Service
Acknowledgement during gala presentation program
Welcome bottles of champagne at table
Dinner with Museum Director and private tour of collections for up to 10 people
Copy of Museum’s commemorative 100th Anniversary book
$99,400 eligible for charitable tax deduction
Platinum Sponsor ($25,000)
One table for 12 to attend the 100th Anniversary Gala
Recognition as a Platinum Sponsor (prominent placement on all print and digital marketing materials, gala program, onsite signage, museum donor board and website)
Butler Table Service
Acknowledgement during gala presentation program
Welcome bottles of champagne at table
Private tour of collections for up to 10 people
Copy of Museum’s commemorative 100th Anniversary book
$24,400 eligible for charitable tax deduction
Gold Sponsor ($10,000)
One table for 10 to attend the 100th Anniversary Gala
Recognition as a Gold Sponsor (placement on all print and digital marketing materials, gala program, onsite signage, museum donor board and website)
Copy of Museum’s commemorative 100th Anniversary book
$9,500 eligible for charitable tax deduction
Silver Sponsor ($5,000)
One table for 10 to attend the 100th Anniversary Gala
Recognition as a Silver Sponsor (placement on all print and digital marketing materials, gala program, onsite signage, museum donor board and website)
Copy of Museum’s commemorative 100th Anniversary book
$4,500 eligible for charitable tax deduction
Individual Ticket ($250)
One ticket to attend the 100th Anniversary Gala
$200 eligible for charitable tax deduction
Payment Options
Please make checks payable to the University of Florida Foundation, Inc. To pay by credit card, please visit: www.flmnh.ufl.edu/100th-gala
Questions?
For additional information about sponsorship benefits or questions please contact Kara Schwartz at (352) 273-2047 or kschwartz@flmnh.ufl.edu.