The Nature Conservancy in Illinois - 50th Anniversary -- Celebration Gala

Lead Benefactor,
50th Anniversary Celebrations

Sunset over the wetlands of Emiquon © Kelvin Sampson

Important Information

Attendance at events is limited and details may change. If you are interested in receiving additional information please contact Vince Venal (312) 580-2167.

John G. Shedd Aquarium
Saturday, May 12, 2007
7:00 p.m.

The Nature Conservancy in Illinois is celebrating 50 years of conservation with a celebration gala benefit chaired by Jamee C. Field, Consuelo Pierrepont and Mary M. Wright. Conservancy scientists from around the world will be on hand with stories and pictures from the natural areas the Conservancy is working to protect.

Bill Kurtis, Illinois trustee and acclaimed documentary host and producer, will emcee the evening which includes a private viewing of the Aquarium’s exhibits and a special Oceanarium show. Dinner will be followed by dancing to the music of “Liquid Pleasure.”

Tickets for this event are $500 per person

Corporate and individual table sponsorships still available. Benefits for this sponsorship include prominent recognition in the program, signage, invitations to exclusive events throughout the year and more. Contact Tracy Albertson at (312) 580-2168 for more information.

Gala Committee

Honorary Chairs
The Honorable Richard M. Daley and Mrs. Daley

Chairs
Jamee C. Field
Consuelo Pierrepont
Mary M. Wright

Members
Susanna Block
Philip D. Block IV
Cissy Bunn
Kimberly Hamill Dietz
Harry Drucker
Sally Drucker
Avery Keller
Sharon Merwin
Ann Meeker Ryan
Patricia Schnadig
Susan Smith Trees
Errett Van Nice
Estelle Walgreen

Honorary Members
Ted A. Beattie, President/CEO, John G. Shedd Aquarium
Steven J. McCormick, President/CEO, The Nature Conservancy
William A. Osborn, Chairman and Chief Executive, Northern Trust Company
Michael Reuter, Interim State Director, The Nature Conservancy in Illinois