Garden Party
Thursday, April 24, 2008, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
The Garden Party celebrates the art of sculpture and the work of 20th century American sculptor, Charles Umlauf. Proceeds from the party are dedicated to the preservation of the Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum and help underwrite the museum's award-winning education programs.
Tickets for $100:
On sale at the following Twin Liquors (cash or check only).Participating Twin Liquors:
2604 W. 7th Street 78703
512.477.0790
3652 Bee Caves Road 78746
512.327.0315
5505 Balcones Drive 78731
512.323.2775
Umlauf Garden Party Highlights
We are excited to announce that the 2008 Garden Party Honorary Chair is Marcia Ball, and our Featured Artist is Gordon Fowler!
Click here for pictures from Garden Party 2007
Live Music and Dancing
Back by popular demand, the 2008 Garden Party will feature lively music by the festive Nash Hernandez Orchestra.
Fine Food and Wine
Twenty or more of Austin's fine restaurants will serve delectable samplings of their cuisine, paired with complementing wines generously provided by Twin Liquors.
Click here for a listing of the 2008 sponsoring restaurants
Unique Auction Treasures
The Silent Auction and Celebrity Seeds Auction are always a favorite among our guests. Original pieces of art, eclectic items, and specialty services from local businesses are featured in the silent auction, proceeds from which all go to the Umlauf.
Click here for a listing of the 2008 silent auction donors
And unique to the Garden Party is the Celebrity Seeds Auction, which features decorated terra cotta pots and small garden containers created and/or decorated by local celebrities and well-known Austinites. This is a one-of-a-kind auction you won't find anywhere else!
Click here for a listing of the 2008 celebrity seeds donors
Made Possible By Our Sponsors
The Umlauf Garden Party is grateful to our generous sponsors, without whom this event would not be possible. Please consider joining our list of sponsors and contributing to one of Austin's favorite jewels.
Click here for a listing of the 2008 event sponsors
Click here for a listing of the 2008 special thanks
Beth Thom's Celebrity Seed Pots from Garden Party 2007. An example of the unique and imaginative creations from our local personalites. Beth Thom is again contributing to this year's auction.
