

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Designer of Distinction Event Series: Laura Dowling
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Join Us for an Extraordinary Two-Day Fundraiser with White House Floral Designer Laura Dowling!


The Garden Club of Jacksonville is thrilled to welcome Laura Dowling, internationally acclaimed floral artist and former Chief Floral Designer at the White House (2009–2015), for a special two-day fundraising event benefiting our community initiatives in environmental education, youth programming, horticulture, and neighborhood beautification.

This is your chance to experience world-class floral artistry up close while supporting programs that make Jacksonville greener, more connected, and more inspired.

Event 1: VIP Cocktail Reception &amp; Book Signing
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 • 6:00–7:30 PM
Garden Club of Jacksonville Clubroom
Enjoy live music, signature cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and a beautifully designed space inspired by this year’s acclaimed Open House. Meet Laura Dowling and support local community programs with every ticket purchased.

Event 2: Designer of Distinction Luncheon
Thursday, January 29, 2026 • 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Garden Club of Jacksonville Ballroom
Watch Laura create exquisite arrangements live on stage as she shares stories and behind-the-scenes insights from her years designing for state dinners, historic celebrations, and the iconic White House Christmas décor.
Guests may preselect their catered meal and purchase raffle tickets for the chance to take home one of Laura’s stunning floral designs!

? Ticket Options
VIP – $750 Donation
✔ Topiary Membership
✔ VIP Reception
✔ VIP seating at Laura’s table (limited!)
✔ Autographed book
✔ Laura-created floral arrangement
Priority – $500 Donation
✔ Topiary Membership
✔ VIP Reception
✔ Front-row Luncheon seating
✔ Autographed book
Additional Tickets
• VIP Reception Only (Members) — $300
• Luncheon: Members $100 | Nonmembers $125
• Raffle Tickets available

Reserve Your Spot Here: https://gardenclubjax.networkforgood.com/events/92265-designer-of-distinction-event-series-laura-dowling

Tickets are now available and they will go fast!
Share with friends, colleagues, and anyone who loves floral design or wants to support a greener Jacksonville.

All proceeds support the Garden Club of Jacksonville’s mission to educate, inspire, and enrich our community through horticulture and design. 

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://www.gardenclubjax.org/event/designer-of-distinction-event-series-laura-dowling/?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=jacksonville-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Jacksonville
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1005 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL, United States, Florida 32204
- **lat**: 30.31388
- **long**: -81.67742
- **full address**: 1005 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL, United States, Florida 32204

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Garden Club of Jacksonville (https://allevents.in/org/garden-club-of-jacksonville/26009282)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 1005 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL, United States, Florida 32204
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Garden Club of Jacksonville
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, nonprofit, music, workshops, live-music, entertainment, it, charities
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Designer of Distinction Event Series: Laura Dowling ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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