 Make the most of your Southeastern Wildlife Exposition experience with a VIP package tailored to fit your needs.
Fabulous parties, special art previews, hospitality suites, and priority entry badges are just a few of the benefits that VIPs enjoy throughout the EXPO.
Benefits
Featured Artist Reception
For VIPs, EXPO 2009 will begin on Wednesday, February 11, with a fabulous reception at the historic Mills House Hotel. This is the first chance for VIPs to meet Featured Artist Thomas Brooks and mingle with some of the other artists exhibiting in the show. Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and wine while perusing original carvings.
Preview Afternoon
From 1-5 p.m. on Thursday, February 12, VIPs are invited to preview and purchase original artwork in Charleston Place and the Mills House before the EXPO opens to the public.
Early Bird Viewing Hour
On Saturday, February 14, your priority entry badges will allow access to Charleston Place, the Mills House and the Charleston Marriott exhibits from 9 - 10 a.m. to get a jump on the crowds.
Benefactor Highlights
In addition to the general VIP benefits, benefactors are entitled to enjoy the following:
Preview Night Gala and Sale
On Thursday, February 12, attend an elegant black-tie affair in the Charleston Place Ballroom. The Preview Gala features an auction of one-of-a-kind items and exciting trips, as well as delectable hors d’oeuvres and an open bar.
SEWE Soiree
The SEWE Soiree on Saturday, February 14, is the hottest ticket of the EXPO weekend. Benefactors, corporate partners, artists and staff love this casual party featuring live music and dancing, an open bar and a feast of oysters, BBQ, wild game, and more. (Attendees must be 21 or older.)
VIP Hospitality Suites
Open during show hours, the VIP Suites in Charleston Place and the Mills House Hotel are favorite gathering places for benefactors and corporate partners. The VIP Suites offer an open bar, light snacks and comfortable place to relax. This year, SEWE will add a new VIP Suite at the Charleston Marriott.
Poster by Featured Artist
Benefactors will receive the official 2009 Southeastern Wildlife Exposition poster signed by Featured Artist Thomas Brooks.
Levels
VIP Benefits |
Patron $150 |
Benefactor $350 |
Bronze Benefactor $450 |
Silver Benefactor $850 |
Gold Benefactor
$1200 |
Platinum
Benefactor
$2500▲ |
Priority Entry Badges |
2 |
2 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
Featured Artist Reception |
2 |
2 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
Preview Afternoon |
2 |
2 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
Preview Gala |
NA |
*Option #1:
2
==OR== |
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
SEWE Soiree |
NA |
*Option #2:
2 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
VIP Hospitality Suites |
NA |
2 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
Signed 2008 SEWE Poster |
1 |
1 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
Official Directory |
1 |
2 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
|
SEWE Lapel Pins |
2 |
2 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
|
Listing in SEWE Directory** |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
*$350 Benefactor package offers the choice of 2 Preview Gala invitations OR
2 SEWE Soiree tickets.
**If paid by November 15, 2008.
▲ $900 is tax deducible. |
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