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PRESENTING SPONSOR

  • Bob and Monica Jacoby

PARTNERS

  • Linda Alexander
  • Billy and Chris Ball
  • J. F. and Peggy Bryan
  • David and Ann Hicks
  • Dick and Marty Jones
  • Helen Lane
  • Russell and Joannie Newton
  • Mary Pietan
  • Jim and Joan Van Vleck

UNDERWRITERS

  • Tom and Martha Baker
  • Catherine Beckham
  • James and Patricia Bent
  • Charlie and Vicky Commander
  • Preston and Joan Haskell
  • Mr. Josh Henry and Dr. Brett Chafin
  • Robert and Suzanne Hinckley
  • Joe and Renate Hixon
  • Randy and Becky Johnson
  • Carolyn Marsh Lindsay
  • Councilman Jim and Robin Love
  • Bitty McRae
  • Ryan Schwartz
  • Richey and Sandra Smith

SUSTAINERS

  • Frank and Mary Watson
  • Winston Family Foundation

FUNDERS

  • Bobby Arnold
  • Pete and Marilyn Carpenter
  • Chubb Personal Insurance
  • George and Ann Gibbs
  • Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board
  • Mike and Jennie Shad
  • Sally Simpson
  • Richard Skinner and Pattie Houlihan
  • Frank and Sally Surface

SPECIAL GIFTS TO THE ENGLISH GARDEN

  • Frank Barker
  • Bill and Barbara Maletz
  • Earle Mauldin
  • Jim and Joan Van Vleck

IN-KIND SPONSORS

  • Laura Haley
  • Agility Press
  • Chef’s Garden Catering and Events
  • DoubleTree Jacksonville Riverfront
  • Mark Grandin Events
  • Wingard Creative

Garden Programs

To register for programs, please call 904.899.6038.

  1. February 21 | The Art of Power: An Egyptian Dinner Party

    The ancient Egyptians knew how to party by hosting great festivals, and their revelries celebrated all the joys of life. Join us and be transported back to a time when pharaohs ruled during this dynamic feast in honor of Striking Power: Iconoclasm in Ancient Egypt. Wander the marketplace to be dazzled by percussion, charmed by a snake, and have your fortune told. Magic and mystery awaits! 

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  2. May 14 | The Art of Nature: A Glamping Dinner Party

    Glamping is where nature meets luxury, and the perfect spot to glamp is the Cummer Gardens. Connect with the outdoors in style during this fancy, bohemian fete amidst the Cummer Oak and historic gardens. Wander the Olmsted, Italian and English Gardens and experience a unique culinary feature at every turn, whether in one of our garden tents or charming outdoor lounges. This will be a garden party like no other – a true celebration of glamour entwined with nature!

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