Friday, June 9, 2017, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. EDT

Smithsonian Libraries and Smithsonian Gardens request the pleasure of your company at

A Gilded Age Garden Party
An evening celebrating American gardens + culture of the Gilded Age

Come celebrate the glittering American garden of the late 1800s with live music, crafts, and food and drink inspired by the era in the Enid A. Haupt Garden, with exclusive access to the historic Arts and Industries Building.

Enjoy the splendor of early summer at the Garden Party of the season with us!

Friday, June 9, 2017, 6:30-8:30pm
The Enid A. Haupt Garden, East Terrace Walk
and the Arts and Industries Building
900 Jefferson Drive, SW, Washington, DC
Enter at the east entrances nearest the Arts and Industries Building

Gilded Age-inspired attire encouraged!

General Admission ($45) and VIP tickets* ($75) are now available! Each ticket purchased includes two drink tickets. For details see our event page.