Fundraising Events
From glamorous black-tie dinners in the halls of the Museum to poolside parties and runway shows at Rienzi and Bayou Bend, the MFAH is host to many of Houston’s most celebrated events of the year. By joining one of these memorable occasions, you are helping to connect the communities of Houston with extraordinary experiences of art.
For information about MFAH fundraising events, contact Development Special Events at 713.639.7581.
Florescence
“Splendor”
Tuesday & Wednesday, April 15 & 16, 2025
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Audrey Jones Beck Building, 5601 Main Street
Chairs: Elizabeth Stone and Liz Wozencraft
Florescence is a biennial flower and horticulture show presented by The Garden Club of Houston, the River Oaks Garden Club, and the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. It is one of the largest competitive national flower shows sanctioned by The Garden Club of America in the United States. The public exhibition features floral and horticultural arrangements from garden club experts, prominent floral and garden designers, and noted personalities interpreting masterpieces in the Museum’s art collections. Proceeds directly support Florescence’s nonprofit sponsor projects in gardens, parks, and green spaces throughout our community. Visit flohouston.org to see updates and additional details.
For more information, contact florescence@mfah.org or 713.639.7581.
Underwriter Opportunities
$1,500 Elegance
$2,500 Lavish
$5,000 Majesty
$7,500 Magnificent
$10,000 Grandeur
$15,000 Opulence
Rienzi Society Annual Dinner + Vote
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Rienzi, 1406 Kirby Drive
The Rienzi Society is a support group benefiting the former home of Carroll Sterling and Harris Masterson III. During this festive evening, members participate in selecting the acquisitions the group will fund.
For more information, contact RienziSociety@mfah.org or 713.639.7581.
Ticket Pricing
$2,500 per person
Rienzi Spring Party
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Rienzi, 1406 Kirby Drive
Rienzi, the historic River Oaks home of Carroll Sterling Masterson and Harris Masterson III, is Houston’s premier destination for European decorative arts. Come celebrate a beautiful evening filled with spring flowers, great food, and music. This event is the perfect opportunity to invite friends, colleagues, and family to celebrate before summer.
For more information, contact RienziSpringParty@mfah.org or 713.639.7581.
Ticket Pricing
Individual Ticket: $300
Underwriter: $2,000
Major Underwriter: $3,500
Grand Underwriter: $5,000
Fundraising Events at the MFAH
Events take place annually, unless otherwise indicated.
• Grand Gala Ball
• Rienzi Society Dinner
• Bayou Bend Fashion Show & Luncheon
• Bayou Bend Children’s Party
• Bayou Bend Garden Party
• Florescence (biennial)
• Rienzi Spring Party
• The Glassell School of Art Benefit & Auction
• Art of the Islamic Worlds Gala (biennial)