# Event Details - **Event Name**: Florence Price Garden Party & Derby Hat Celebration 5th Annual - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: An elegant garden party celebrating composer Florence Price with music, community, and a festive Derby Hat showcase in Little Rock.About this EventCelebrate the birthday of legendary composer Florence B. Price — right in the historic Dunbar District where her extraordinary story began.The Dunbar Historic Neighborhood Association (DHNA) invites the community to a special celebration honoring the life, legacy, and classical brilliance of Florence Beatrice Price, the groundbreaking composer born in Little Rock’s historic Dunbar Historic District.Born in 1887, Florence Price became the first African American woman to have her music performed by a major American orchestra, earning national and international recognition for her extraordinary compositions. Today, her work continues to inspire musicians, scholars, and communities around the world.As part of the 5th Annual Florence Price Birthday Celebration, guests are invited to attend the elegant Florence Price Garden Party & Derby Hat Celebration in the heart of the Dunbar Historic District.This festive spring afternoon will feature a live jazz band, a classic antique car exhibit, and a stylish Derby Hat Contest, where guests are encouraged to showcase their most creative and elegant hats.The event will also highlight the voices of the next generation through a special student exhibition, featuring the winning portraits and essays from the Florence Price Student Contest, celebrating how young people are learning about and honoring her remarkable legacy.Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres, light refreshments, and a fine teas vendor experience, offering a delightful selection of specialty teas perfect for a relaxing garden gathering.Come dressed in your garden party attire and finest Derby hats as we gather to celebrate music, culture, history, and the enduring legacy of Florence B. Price.Ticket OptionsGeneral Admission – $35Includes access to the full garden party experience, live music, antique car exhibit, student art and essay display, Derby Hat Contest, hors d’oeuvres, and the fine tea vendor experience.VIP Admission – $50Includes all General Admission benefits plus reserved VIP seating, priority tea service, a complimentary specialty tea selection, and VIP recognition during the event.Proceeds from this event support the ongoing work of the Dunbar Historic Neighborhood Association in preserving and promoting the rich cultural history of the Dunbar Historic District.Space is limited. Advance registration is encouraged. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/little-rock/florence-price-garden-party-and-derby-hat-celebration-5th-annual/100001985030533762 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, parties, music, contests, live-music, exhibitions, art, nonprofit, jazz - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 38.76, max: 54.68, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Little Rock - **state**: AR - **country**: United States - **location**: 1720 S Chester St - **lat**: 34.7338661 - **long**: -92.2849018 - **full address**: 1720 S Chester St, 1720 South Chester Street, Little Rock, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Florence Price Garden Party & Derby Hat Celebration 5th Annual - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/e13a83c705dd17e9c18b6b2a2d389198bd168024a38372d57224b5951a9dcdb8-rimg-w512-h768-dcf4d7d8-gmir.jpg?v=1773371447 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Florence Price Garden Party & Derby Hat Celebration 5th Annual being held? - **A:** Florence Price Garden Party & Derby Hat Celebration 5th Annual takes place on Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 1720 S Chester St, 1720 South Chester Street, Little Rock, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Florence Price Garden Party & Derby Hat Celebration 5th Annual? - **A:** Ticket prices for Florence Price Garden Party & Derby Hat Celebration 5th Annual range from USD 39 to USD 55 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 39 + USD 4 feeAvailableVIP Garden PartyUSD 55 + USD 5 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Florence Price Garden Party & Derby Hat Celebration 5th Annual? - **A:** Florence Price Garden Party & Derby Hat Celebration 5th Annual is organized by Dunbar Historic Neighborhood Association. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Florence Price Garden Party & Derby Hat Celebration 5th Annual is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Little Rock, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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