Each spring The Mint Museum Auxiliary plans, produces, and hosts the Room to Bloom Celebration, a premiere fundraiser for The Mint Museum. Since its inception over 60 years ago, this effort has contributed over $16.3 million towards The Mint Museum including funds and acquisitions for the Museum's permanent collection. The Mint Museum Auxiliary continues to build on the legacy of outstanding and creative fundraising programs. This year's Room to Bloom Celebration highlights include:
This widely popular cocktail buffet will be hosted in a stunning private home to honor Fall EnrichMINT Speaker Ivan Shaw and is offered exclusively to Sponsors, Benefactors and Patrons.
Join us for this marquee kick-off to the Room to Bloom Celebration as we honor Ivan Shaw, a luminary in the world of photography, interior design and fashion. Ivan Shaw's illustrious career has spanned two decades with him now serving as the Corporate Photography Director overseeing the US Condé Nast Archive as well as serving as the Visuals Editor for The World of Interiors. Previously, he served as Photography Director of Vogue, a position he held for twenty years. Please join us for an inspiring morning filled with insights into photography, design and fashion.
This perennially sold-out coffee, lecture and luncheon is held at the Charlotte Country Club. We are delighted to host esteemed guests Mary Celeste Beall of Blackberry Farm and Steele Marcoux, Editor in Chief of Veranda magazine. Mary Celeste's Blackberry Farm was recently honored as the number ONE Resort in the South by Travel + Leisure's 2024 World's Best Awards. Joining her is Steele Marcoux, known for her expertise in design trends, architecture, and travel. Prepare to be inspired and informed as we delve into the world of luxury travel, design excellence, and the art behind creating unforgettable experiences.