Celebrate Maryland Hall's 40th Anniversary At Arts Alive!

ANNAPOLIS, MD — An popular landmark in the city will be celebrating its 40th anniversary and the community is invited to help celebrate. Maryland Hall's milestone anniversary will be recognized at the annual Arts Alive! fundraising event Friday, Sept. 6, from 6 to 10 p.m. at MD Hall.

The “A Night in New York City” theme will transport guests to the Big Apple with food provided by local restaurants and entertainment by MD Hall’s resident companies. What began 21 years ago as a one-time event has become MD Hall’s single largest fundraiser and raises funds towards creative arts programs in support of MD Hall’s mission to bring art for all to our community.

"Arts Alive! kicks off the social season in Annapolis with a large, fun party, and this year we have even more to celebrate – 40 years of art for all. Come out and join us for ‘A Night in New York City’ to support your region’s cultural hub. Sign up, bring your friends, and don’t miss our special announcement that evening about what’s next,” said president and CEO Margaret Davis.

This year’s event kicks off at 6 p.m. in a giant “tent under the stars” on MD Hall’s north lot with an extensive silent auction of unique and rare items and experiences. Tasting stations featuring signature dishes and drinks donated by area restaurants and caterers will allow guests to sample delicious food throughout the evening. Guests also will get a taste of all that MD Hall offers on its stage through performances by its resident companies Annapolis Opera, Annapolis Symphony Orchestra, Ballet Theatre of Maryland and Live Arts Maryland.

From uptown to downtown, guests will stroll through their favorite parts of NYC. Enjoy an evening in Central Park, the art scene in SoHo and a performance at Carnegie Hall.

More than 500 people are expected at Arts Alive, including government and community leaders, arts patrons, business leaders and Maryland Hall members. Tickets for the event are $200 per person and event sponsorships range from $1,500 to $25,000 which includes tickets and numerous recognition opportunities.

For information about Arts Alive and how to participate as a sponsor, attendee, vendor or auction donor, contact Maryland Hall at 410-263-5544, ext. 10 or go to marylandhall.org/artsalive.