a dreamy evening celebrating 50 years of play

dreamers gala

join us in celebrating the Museum’s legacy with a wondrous night of fine dining, dancing, and community

the details

saturday, december 7, 2024
6 pm reception 7 pm dinner + program Museum afterparty to follow
andrew w. mellon auditorium
washington, dc
colorful black tie
valet parking available

a dreamy evening

The 50th Anniversary Dreamers Gala will celebrate the impact of the Museum’s first half-century and launch the institution into its next bold chapter. The event will bring together individual and corporate supporters, public officials, and leaders in Washington’s business and cultural communities who share a commitment to the Museum’s mission to inspire children to care about and change the world.

The Dreamers Gala will raise support as the Museum continues its critical work to spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and foster inclusivity to empower the next generation of innovators.

During the Gala, an elegant dinner will be held in the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium honoring individuals who have significantly contributed to elevating the power of play, followed by an after party in the Museum featuring signature cocktails, culinary delights, dancing, music, and opportunities to channel our inner child.

honorary chairs

congresswoman suzanne bonamici (OR-01)
congressman mike carey (OH-15)

co-chairs

rae ann + jermaine johnson
lauren pratapas + john legittino
heather + ryan zimmerman

host committee

elizabeth + paul bonner
mallory + nik debenedetto
susan farkas
andrea dykes + jeremy fishelberg
edith gregson + erik smith
kristin + will harrison
jasmine + yunus katundu
allison + jon kling
aja + zac mohammed
severine petras
jessica powers-volz
carol han pyle
sepe + jason zuccari

honorees

We are celebrating pivotal players in both the Museum’s history and the furtherance of early education: Honorees Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton and Crystal Bowyer.