The Conservatory Ball
Celebrating Flower Power
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Cocktails | 7 p.m.
Dinner & Dancing | 8 p.m.
Black Tie
The New York Botanical Garden will host its signature gala, The Conservatory Ball, on June 4, 2026. This year’s Ball will celebrate NYBG’s summer exhibition Flower Power, inspired by the enduring symbolism of flowers as icons of peace and love. The event will dazzle guests with a flower-filled cocktail reception, elegant dinner, and dancing in the glow of the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory.
Proceeds support the New York Botanical Garden’s preeminent programs in plant research, environmental education, horticulture, and community outreach. For more information, please contact the Special Events team at 914.579.1000 or conball@nybg.org.
LEAD CHAIRS
Maureen K. and Richard L. Chilton, Jr.
CHAIRS
Sasha and Edward P. Bass
J. Barclay Collins II and Kristina Durr
Ravenel Curry and Jane Moss
Lindsay and Spencer Grimes
Sharon and Bill Jacob
Jill Joyce
Holly Lowen
Susan and George Matelich
Bethany and Robert B. Millard
Janet M. Montag
Mary and Garrett Moran
Philip O. Ozuah, MD, Ph.D.
Arielle Patrick
Deborah and Charles Royce
Tina and Steve Swartz
Elaine and Donald Textor
Douglas Dockery Thomas
Mr. and Mrs. Edward K. Weld
Christina Young-Hodson
VICE CHAIRS
Frederike K. Biggs
Cecilia Jacob
Stella Jacob
Gillian and Sylvester Miniter
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SPONSORS
