44th Annual Columbian Ball

Featuring 007 Science: Inventing the World of James Bond

Saturday, October 5, 2024
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

Doors open at 6 p.m.
Black-Tie Optional
Complimentary Valet Parking

Start the evening sipping cocktails aboard the Boeing 727 in the Take Flight exhibition, sponsored by United Airlines Polaris Lounge. Infiltrate the high-tech operations of the 007 Science: Inventing the World of James Bond exhibition. Enjoy a seated dinner and meet the mission leaders of the evening. After dinner, you will travel the world to the Hotel Chocolat Lounge for chic desserts and cocktails. Finish the night and your secret mission dancing in the historic Rotunda.

By supporting the Columbian Ball, you are investing in future generations of science leaders and innovators, helping inspire the inventive genius in everyone.
 

You can purchase a sponsorship starting from $7,500 or individual tickets starting at $750.

For more information

Please contact columbianball@msichicago.org.

44th Annual Columbian Ball

Saturday, October 5, 2024
6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
 

Columbian Ball Co-Chairs

Rachel & Andrew Clarke
Natalie & Josh Earnest

Presenting Co-Sponsors

Hotel Chocolat
United Airlines

Emcee

Tanja Babich, Anchor/Reporter, ABC 7 Chicago

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Leadership

Dr. Chevy Humphrey, President and CEO
David J. Vitale, Chair, Board of Trustees
Steven V. Hunter, Chair, President’s Council