Chihuly The Nature of Glass Preview and Gala

Chihuly: The Nature of Glass will be renowned artist Dale Chihuly’s first presentation of artwork in an outdoor desert environment. Co-Chairs and longtime Garden Supporters, Donald and Barbara Ottosen, and members of the Gala Committee will host the Desert Botanical Garden’s Grand Opening Gala for the exhibition on Friday November 21, 2008.

Dale Chihuly, Black Saguaros, 2001
Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago, Illinois
Photo by: Terry Rishel

In advance of the public opening, this gala will offer guests an intimate preview of the Garden’s most ambitious special exhibition to date. Guest will enjoy festive entertainment and an elegant dining experience in our unique desert garden setting.

Ticket prices begin at $600 and proceeds benefit the Tending the Garden Campaign and The Kresge Challenge.

For more information and advance reservations, contact Danielle Vannatter, Desert Botanical Garden, at 480-481-8160 or email dvannatter@dbg.org