A Fall Garden Party

Celebrate 75 years of the Edith Farnsworth House with an autumn afternoon on the Farnsworth House terrace and grounds. Enjoy seasonal food and drinks, take in the fall colors along the Fox River, and explore Fertile Ground: Crossroads of Design in Mid-Century Mexico (1930s–1970s).

This year’s celebration also brings the traditions of Día de los Muertos to the Farnsworth House, with an alebrije and ofrenda on view at the site. Discover these vibrant expressions of Mexican art and remembrance alongside the work featured in Fertile Ground.

Guests can also browse the Fall Garden Party silent auction while enjoying the landscape, architecture, and company of fellow Farnsworth House supporters

What's included

Set against the backdrop of the timeless glass house, this event features:

Drinks and Light Bites: Gather with the community for an afternoon of drinks and light bites

Exhibition Tours: Enjoy exclusive tours of our featured exhibition, Fertile Ground

Landscape Milestones: Celebrate the successful completion of Phase II Cultural Landscape Rehabilitation and get a special sneak peek at Phase III

Silent Auction: Bid on a curated selection of unique items and experiences in our silent auction to benefit the historic site.

What's not included

Please note although guests enjoy the exclusive tours of the Fertile Ground exhibition and opportunity to experience the house, there are no standard guided house tours during this event.

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All proceeds from this event support the ongoing preservation and interpretation of the Edith Farnsworth House Historic Site.