Society 1858 Garden Party

Event Details

Join us for a memorable garden soiree celebrating Stephen L. Hayes, the 2021 winner of the 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art. Mingle with the artist of honor and get a peek at some of his profound creations at our twelfth annual Society 1858 event, Garden Party. Hosted in the iconic Lenhardt Garden. this fête will kick off Summer 2021 in style.

Come dressed in your Garden Best— or artful interpretation thereof— for an experience you won’t soon forget. Begin your evening with passed hor d'oeuvres and a signature cocktail, before joining your small group at socially distanced tables for an elegant picnic dinner and thoughtfully chosen beer and wine pairings, while being serenaded by LaFaye & The Fellas as the sun begins to set. This exclusive event is sure to sell out, so be sure to gather your group and purchase your tickets in support of Society's 1858's mission of educating and exciting up-and-coming arts patrons about the diverse range of artwork being created in the contemporary South.