Annual Luncheon presented by Women’s Art Board with Laura Dowling Designing Christmas

Join us for this year’s annual luncheon presented by Women’s Art Board benefiting educational programming at Rockford Art Museum. The event will be held Friday, October 16th, in the galleries at Rockford Art Museum (711 N Main St., Rockford). Doors open at 11 AM for a silent auction and social hour, and the luncheon will begin at noon. There will be an opportunity to have pre-purchased books personalized by Laura Dowling immediately following the luncheon.

Drawing from her unique concept of Floral Diplomacy, Dowling reveals how flowers became far more than decoration — they were thoughtfully designed as strategic tools to create atmosphere, celebrate American traditions, honor visiting heads of state, and support the diplomatic objectives of the presidency. Through behind-the-scenes stories and stunning photographs, she offers an insider’s look at planning and orchestrating White House state dinners, official ceremonies, holiday celebrations, and other historic events.

Featuring her books: Floral Diplomacy in the White House Style & Laura Dowling Designing Christmas.