Thursday, September 26, 2024

Please note that while the outdoor gardens are open to all from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 26, the Lauritzen Gardens Antiques Show is ONLY OPEN for guests with pre-purchased reservations for the Sneak Peek and the Preview Party.

Public shopping (for garden members and guests) opens at 10 a.m. on Friday, September 27. See all public shopping hours below.

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sneak Peek | $250 per person

Reimagine your first tour of the 2024 show floor. Lace up your sneakers and enjoy a one-of-a-kind, casual and comfortable shopping experience. Be one of the first guests to shop the show and get personal service from our antiques exhibitors.

Sponsored by: Rae and Bill Dyer

Pre-registration is required.

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5 to 6 p.m. Collector's Circle Champagne Reception

An exclusive champagne reception for sponsors at the Lily level ($2,500) and above.

6 to 9 p.m. Preview Party | $200 per person

It’s opening night – your first chance to discover the wonders of the weekend and shop the show. Join us for an evening full of fine food and drink, incredible art and antiques, and good company. Tickets include valet parking, an open bar, and the opportunity to mix and mingle with fellow design enthusiasts and garden supporters.

Sponsored by: Anonymous, Feltz WealthPLAN, Moylan Kropp, The Loft at REMLO Studios – Autumn Foland

Hosted by: Emily and Trent Allen, Constellation Collective, Amy and Dr. Matt Epp, Dr. Mary Finnegan, Jamie and Ted Friedland,  Dr. Tricia and Jeff Hultgren – Dermatology Specialists of Omaha, Andrea and John Marshall, Gina and Mike McDevitt, Lisa and Mike Meridith, Jenny and Joe Mickeliunas, Renaissance Financial – Sara and Asher Stoller, studio eckström, Kelli and Brent Tierney, Debbie and Brian Wood

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Friday, September 27, 2024

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Show Hours

9 a.m. Designer Credited Course (CEU) "Bringing The Outside In: A Japanese Perspective"

Presented by: Emma Fritz of Ann Gish

A complimentary one-hour CEU course so area designers can stay up-to-date with industry tools, trends, products and best practices.  Open to design professionals.

Sponsored by the Dixon Family Foundation and the Amy L. Scott Family Foundation

Pre-registration is required.

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10 a.m. Antiques & Design Academy with Carissa Schrager of Interiors Magazine and Kyle Bunting of Kyle Bunting

“Antiques of Tomorrow”

Learn from the experts in antiques and design in these educational and inspirational sessions. Join us to gain new knowledge and a new appreciation for various topics in art, design, or antiques.

Don’t miss our panel discussion moderated by Carissa Schrager, designer and Associate Publisher of INTERIORS magazine, featuring INTERIORS Magazine founder Patrick O’Bryan and renowned textile designer Kyle Bunting, known for his expertise in creating exquisite patchwork cowhide rugs. Gain insights on selecting pieces to elevate your space and discover how to choose items that will stand the test of time. Whether new or old, uncover the secrets to finding treasures that will be cherished for generations to come.

FREE with paid show admission or a Friday luncheon reservation. Located in Mary’s Café. Pre-registration is required.

Sponsored by the Dixon Family Foundation and the Amy L. Scott Family Foundation

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10:30 a.m. Designer Walk

Take a tour of the show with Mark and Mikal Eckstrom of studio eckström.

FREE with paid show admission or a Saturday luncheon reservation.
Pre-registration is required.

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11:30 a.m. Kimball Lauritzen Friday Luncheon with Mark D. Sikes | $125 per person

“Beauty is everywhere. It surrounds us each and every day; all we have to do is look,” these are the words of Friday’s luncheon speaker Mark D. Sikes. An esteemed interior designer and tastemaker, Sikes has a talent for creating beautiful and timeless interiors that embody an indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Known for his all-American sensibilities and fresh take on classical aesthetics, he seeks to create stunning interiors and, above all, a more beautiful world. Join us as he shares his design philosophy and the influences that shape his enduring work.

Sponsored by fnbo

Hosted by: Erica Bryant, Jennifer Buda, Ashley McMahon

Located in the Jet Linx Grand Event Tent

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2 p.m. Antiques & Design Academy with Dallas Jenkins of Schumacher and Area Designers

“Design Tips & Tricks Discussion with Four of Omaha’s Most Stylish Independent Designers”

Learn from the experts in antiques and design in these educational and inspirational sessions. Join us to gain new knowledge and a new appreciation for various topics in art, design, or antiques.

This session will feature a panel of 4 of Omaha’s most stylish independent designers and will be moderated by Dallas Jenkins, Account Executive for Schumacher.

FREE with paid show admission or a Friday luncheon reservation. Located in Mary’s Café. Pre-registration is required.

Sponsored by the Dixon Family Foundation and the Amy L. Scott Family Foundation

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Saturday, September 28, 2024

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Show Hours

10:30 a.m. Lite Fare & Lecture with Carrier and Company | $100 per person

Partners in design and in life, renowned industry experts Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller, of Carrier and Company, create rooms that buck trends while expertly combine elegance with livability. Join Jesse and Mara as they unveil some their most extraordinary homes in a captivating lecture filled with behind-the-scenes insights and witty anecdotes. Whether you’re an aspiring designer or one who appreciates the beauty of chic, livable spaces, their lecture promises to inspire, entertain, and enlighten.

Sponsored by Security National Bank 

Hosted by: Claudia Messineo and Susie Maly

Located in the Jet Linx Grand Event Tent

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12:30 p.m. Designer Walk

Take a tour of the show with Nick Huff of Hutch Contract.

FREE with paid show admission or a Saturday luncheon reservation.
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1:30 p.m. Bubbles & Bites with Ariella Chezar and Margot Shaw | $100 per person

Step into the wondrous, color-filled world of Ariella Chezar. as this master floral designer and leader of the “farm-to-flower” movement takes the stage with special guest Margot Shaw, the founder and editor-in-chief of Flower Magazine. Through demonstration and lively discussion, luncheon patrons will learn how to mindfully construct beautiful, foam free arrangements that celebrate the season and that honor every stem’s unique characteristics. Don’t miss this afternoon full of fresh inspiration for a life filled with flowers!  

Sponsored by Security National Bank 

Hosted by: Anne Arther and Patricia Coenen, Emily Beller and Joni Beller, Colette Siner and Emily Sauvageau

Located in the Jet Linx Grand Event Tent

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3 p.m. Antiques & Design Academy with Krissa Rossbund of Traditional Home

“Storied, Not Staged: Welcoming History and Soul into the Home”

Learn from the experts in antiques and design in these educational and inspirational sessions. Join us to gain new knowledge and a new appreciation for various topics in art, design, or antiques.

This session will be presented by Krissa Rossbund, Style and Design Editor at Traditional Home.

FREE with paid show admission or a Friday luncheon reservation. Located in Mary’s Café. Pre-registration is required.

Sponsored by the Dixon Family Foundation and the Amy L. Scott Family Foundation

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Sunday, September 29, 2024

10 a.m. Designer Walk with Erica Bryant

Take a tour of the show with Erica Bryant of Erica Bryant Design.

FREE with paid show admission or a Saturday luncheon reservation.
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11:30 a.m. Sunday Luncheon and Lecture with Monique Soltani | $150 per person

On Sunday, we are delighted to welcome Monique Soltani, an award-winning journalist with a lifetime of experience sharing stories on and off camera. Spending the majority of her life working in newsrooms in California’s major cities, Monique is deeply rooted in the region and has a core connection with the wine country community. In 2008, she started producing a segment called Wine Oh! TV that has flourished into a highly-acclaimed television show exploring the world of wine. Come explore, learn, and unlock the secrets and stories of wine country!

Sponsored by Omaha Steaks

Hosted by: Julie and Jim Anderson, Jill and Joe Goldstein, Marcia and Tim Kerrigan, Jen and Rob Likes, Jeannie O’Donnell, Stephanie and Robb Pantano, Teresa and Dave Rogers, Lindsey and Scott Semrad, Leslie and Bryan Slone

Located in the Jet Linx Grand Event Tent

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Show Dates & Times

Thursday, September 26, 2024
Preview Party, 6 to 9 p.m.

September 27 through 29, 2024
Show opens at 10 a.m. each day

2025 Lauritzen Gardens Antiques Show
September 25 through 28, 2025

2026 Lauritzen Gardens Antiques Show
September 24 through 27, 2026

Location

Lauritzen Gardens
100 Bancroft Street
Omaha, NE 68108

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