Holiday Hot Spot

Dallas revelers fill up on fun at premiere CultureMap Holiday Pop-up Shop

CultureMap's Holiday Pop-up Shop, presented by Lexus, was just the ticket to get Dallas shoppers in the spirit of the season. More than 25 of our favorite local brands — clothing and jewelry, home decor, pet essentials, artful gifts, and edibles — set up at Sixty Five Hundred for this premiere event.

Upon arrival, guests — includingSuzanne Droese, Catherine Cody, Jordan Liberty, LeeAnne Locken, Julie Kinzie and Aimee Deputy Cook — were greeted with holiday tunes and Cointreau cocktails before embarking on their quest to find the perfect gifts. Women could choose from Sussie's, Tootsies, Trousseau, B.Stellar, Gyspy Wagon, Nicole Kwon, Amanda Sterett, Accents or Piermarini; for men there was Mizzen+Main, Need, and Q Clothier and Rye 51.

Foot Cardigan was also onsite, selling whimsical socks for men, women and children, while Baby Bow Tie and KidBiz satisfied wish lists for little ones. For the home, Ellis Hill, Dirt, Life of Riley and Neighborhood didn't disappoint. Lucky Dog Barkery offered treats for four-legged friends, while the DMA Museum Store sold gifts as artful as the works at the museum itself.

Sue Schwartz's favorite part of the event was being able to cruise around, cocktail in hand, and shop for her fiancé; Jackson got to discover new brands he didn't know about prior to the pop-up. Jessica Barfield was happy to get some alone time with her precious new baby while shopping for his big brother.

Those who showed up hungry were in for many treats — from Bread Winners Cafe; Dude, Sweet Chocolate; The Gem; Scardello Artisan Cheese; and Sucre Sucre by Lucia. While shoppers satisfied their appetites, carolers from Booker T. Washington and performances from the Sound Foundation and D and Chi kept them entertained. Speaking of entertaining, shoppers also snapped fun pics at the photo booth.

After purchasing their presents, attendees could partake in the complimentary gift-wrapping station or try their hand at crafting personalized cards and tags. Perhaps best of all, a portion of proceeds from the day benefited beloved Dallas charities Ronald McDonald House and Family Place.

See inside the party in the video clip below:

Hillary Barwick

Photo by Kristie Holt

Hillary Barwick

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Night at the museum

Perot Museum gala-goers with a taste for adventure raise $2 million

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Shannon Murray, Chris Nolan, Kylie Capps and Chris Shurtleff

On a balmy Saturday night in November, the doors to Dallas' Perot Museum of Nature and Science closed to the public and reopened for nearly 1,000 chic party-goers. They dined, danced, and played with the exhibits to raise funds at 2024 Night at the Museum Gala.

Led by co-chairs Dr. Pamela J. Okada and Mark Okada, the crowd of "after-hours scientists" raised $2 million to support the museum’s educational programs and expand STEM learning opportunities across North Texas.

Perot Museum, Night at the Museum Gala 2024

Photo by Tamytha Cameron

Shannon Murray, Chris Nolan, Kylie Capps and Chris Shurtleff

The event, designed by Valdivia Ventures, included live music, a captivating performance by dancers of Texas Ballet Theater, and innovative food activations by Wolfgang Puck Catering (the flaky, piping hot truffle pot pies that gala guests always look forward to).

As patrons explored the museum, they were greeted by hundreds of white orchids from Jackson Durham Events and were serenaded in exhibit hall by musicians provided by Jordan Khan Music Company.

A highlight of the evening was the "10-Minute Tasting Restaurant," an adventurous pop-up type experience that transformed the Museum Store into a five-star dining experience. Of course there were cocktails, too, and the lychee martini was a fan-favorite.

The evening concluded with a high-energy after-party on the lower level of the museum, presented by the Eugene McDermott Foundation. Guests danced the night away to beats by DJ Romi Q, struck a pose at the interactive photo booth, and ended the night at a decadent dessert room featuring a variety of sweet treats.

Funds raised from Night at the Museum will support educational programs, fund day-to-day operations, and provide financial aid to ensure the museum remains a welcoming and inclusive space for all.

Spotted in the crowd, enjoying the night, were Shannon Murray, Chris Nolan, Kylie Capps, Chris Shurtleff, Tim Peck, Missy Rogers Peck, Tori Mulford, Linda Silver, Emory McKim, Shelby Wagner, Niven Morgan, Santiago Jorba, Catalina Gonzalez, Regen Horchow, Ken Hersh, Dennis Cail, Annika Cail, Grace Cook, Caleb Stearns Wiley, Sarah-Michelle Stearns Wiley, Jason Valdivia, Katherine Stenesen, Chantel Boudreaux, Jeffrey Bragalone, Lexi Dennis, Mickie Bragalone, John Spradling, Miriam Spradling, KC Hurst, Koli Hurst, Magda Veja, Ashley Chellgren, Maria Zajia, Geraldine Parker, Meredith Abbott, and many more patrons and supporters.

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