Thursday, September 29, 2022
Please note that while the outdoor gardens are open to all from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 29, 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 30. See all public shopping hours below.
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sneak Peek | $250 per person
Come in your sneakers and enjoy an exclusive shopping experience- as the first patrons to have access to the one-of-a-kind treasures in our exhibitor booths.
Pre-registration is required.
Hosted by: Esther and Dan Brabec, Rae and Bill Dyer, Julie and Lance Fritz, Susan and Mike Lebens, Annette and Paul Smith
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5 to 6 p.m. Collector's Circle Champagne Reception
An exclusive champagne reception for sponsors at the Lily Level and above.
Sponsored by Porsche of Omaha
6 to 9 p.m. Preview Party | $150 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, a open bar, and the opportunity to mix and mingle with fellow design enthusiasts and garden supporters.
Hosted by: Chanda and Carlo Chacon, Dr. Mary Finnegan, Chloe and Dr. Daniel Firestone, Autumn Foland, Jamie and Ted Friedland, Mindy and Bill Geis, Karen and Kim Hawkins, Torey and John Reed, Kara and Joe Spitzenberger, Kelli and Dr. Brent Tierney, Suellen and Bill Willett
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Friday, September 30, 2022
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Show Hours
10 a.m. Designer Credited Course (CEU) with Formica and FENIX "From Future Vision to Material Reality"
Presented by Brooke Corcoran
On Friday, September 30 at 10 a.m., the show will offer a complimentary one-hour CEU course so that area designers can stay up-to-date with industry tools, trends, products and best practices. Open to design professionals.
Pre-registration is required.
Sponsored by the Dixon Family Foundation and the Amy L. Scott Family Foundation
11:30 a.m. Luncheon & Lecture with Alex Papachristidis | $125
Join us for a FRESH take on interior design with acclaimed designer Alex Papachristidis. Fusing both modern and traditional elements, his work has been called thoughtful, personal, sophisticated, and eclectic. Reflective of the rooms that Papachristidis designs and his new book, The Elegant Life: Rooms That Welcome and Inspire, this luncheon will sizzle with style.
Luncheon hosts: Nicole Clifton-Mills, Angel Stottle, and Melanie Wilwerding
Sponsored by FNBO
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2 p.m. Antiques & Design Academy: "Chat With Christos"
Presented by Christos Garkinos of Covet by Christos
FREE with paid show admission or a Friday luncheon reservation. Pre-registration is required.
Sponsored by the Dixon Family Foundation and the Amy L. Scott Family Foundation
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Saturday, October 1, 2022
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Show Hours
11:30 a.m. Luncheon & Lecture with Aldous Bertram | $125
Saturday’s luncheon features Aldous Bertram, an artist, illustrator, and interior designer known for applying his unique artistic vision to everything from murals to miniatures. Today, he’s making waves with his signature mix of classicism and chinoiserie, with a tropical twist. On Saturday, join Bertram for a delectable art history lesson based on his charming book, Dragons & Pagodas: A Celebration of Chinoiserie, a collection of historical and architectural details and Bertram’s own ravishing watercolors.
Luncheon hosts: Dawn Buchanan and Lindsey Tonniges, Darlene Mueller and Leslie Fonda
Sponsored by Bridges Trust
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3 p.m. Antiques & Design Academy: "The Buzz on Museum Bees" with Trace Mayer
Presented by Trace Mayer of Trace Mayer Antiques
FREE with paid show admission or a Saturday luncheon reservation. Learn all about Museum Bees and how Trace took them from an idea to reality. Participants will have the option to purchase and customize their very own “bee” with baubles from Trace or something they bring from home. Pre-registration is required.
Sponsored by the Dixon Family Foundation and the Amy L. Scott Family Foundation
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Sunday, October 2, 2022
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Show Hours
11:30 a.m. Luncheon & Wine Tasting with Karen MacNeil | $125
It’s not every Sunday that you get to experience a dynamic wine presentation and tasting with the only American to have won every major wine award given in the English language. But on show Sunday, you can! Join Karen MacNeil, award-winning author of THE WINE BIBLE and creator of the digital newsletter WineSpeed, for an entertaining and informative event, where her engaging style and passion for wine will be on full display.
Sponsored by Omaha Steaks
Wine sponsors: Karen and Taylor Borchert, Beth and Matt Breunsbach, Marlina and Dusty Davidson, Laura and Tony Essay, Melanie and David Hecker, Maddie and Walt Keeling, Stacey and Sean Kimble, Lauren McDonnell, Katie and Phil McDonnell, Ashley and Dr. Matthew McMahon, Jeannie O’Donnell-Heckman, Stephanie and Robb Pantano, The Patterson Family Foundation, Paige and Brian Ritter, Lee Emma Running and Chris Russell, Shelly and Dr. Stan Schack
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