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Join us for a memorable evening with exclusive access to the newly reimagined All Aboard! exhibit before it opens to the public. You’ll see first-hand how your support enables us to create innovative, immersive experiences, now and for future generations. Celebrate where the museum has been and learn how we’ll continue to inspire and empower children and families just like yours.
Interested in sponsoring? These sponsorship opportunities are available.
$4,000.00
$2,000.00
$300.00
First Class Tables on Level 1 of the Sunburst Atrium offer priority seating for six with the best view of the evening's program.
Parlor Car Tables provide seating for six and are located in the Sunburst Atrium, toward the back of the room.
Individual Tickets provide a single seat at a shared table in the Sunburst Atrium, toward the back of the room—a great option for guests attending solo or with one companion.
Cocktail attire is requested.
7–8 p.m.
Cocktail Reception, All Aboard! exhibit tours
8–8:20 p.m.
Transition to dinner
8:20–8:35 p.m.
Special program and remarks
8:35–10 p.m.
Formal dinner
10–10:30 p.m.
All Aboard! exhibit open for optional additional exploration
FROM THE BREAD BASKET
House-made dinner rolls accompanied by honey-whipped butter and spiced butter
FIRST COURSE
Heirloom Tomato Carpaccio Salad (V, GF)
Arugula, shaved pecorino, cracked black pepper and yuzu-tomato citronette
MAIN COURSE
Braised Short Rib
Braised short rib, potato dauphinoise, asparagus and creamed herb demi-glace
White Bean Steak (VG, GF)
White bean steak, grilled sweet potato, asparagus and vegan red wine demi-glace
SWEET CONCLUSION
Dessert Duo
Snickerdoodle cake and chocolate pot de crème with marshmallow crumble
Vegan Chocolate Pot de Creme (VG)
Served with marshmallow crumble
ACCOMPANIMENTS
A selection of red and white wines, freshly brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee, and assorted hot teas
Guests will be treated to a variety of entertainment throughout the evening, including a performance by professional yo-yo artist Steven Chase, and live music from the Bluewater Kings Band during dinner. Guests can also visit an onsite engraving station to create a custom keepsake for an added donation of $50.
FIRST CLASS TABLES
ARSEE EngineersPARLOR TABLES
All Aboard! Advisors and Core Team
3000 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN, USA 46208-4716
317-334-4000
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