Ambrosia Ball

AMBROSIA BALL 2013

AMBROSIA BALL HONORARY CHAIR

George Stephanopoulos, Chief Political Correspondent for ABC News & Co-anchor of “Good Morning America”

AMBROSIA BALL CHAIRS

Dr. & Mrs. George J. Korkos

In Celebration of Our 30th Anniversary the National Hellenic Museum Invites You to enjoy APOKRIES, the Greek Carnival Season on:

SATURDAY – MARCH 2, 2013
6:30 Cocktails/Silent Auction
7:30 Dinner

Palmer House Hilton
Grand Ballroom
17 E. Monroe Street
Chicago, IL

$350

Black Tie Preferred

Silent Auction Items: Buy It Now Price!

About Ambrosia Ball 2013

Our annual Ambrosia Ball will celebrate the National Hellenic Museum’s 30th year anniversary, featuring dinner, dancing, silent auction and raffle in the elegant Palmer House Grand Ballroom in the heart of Downtown Chicago.

Event entertainment includes live performances by Public i, DJ John Grammatis, and Orpheus Dance Troupe. Guests will experience an exhilarating evening immersed in the ambience and vibrant traditions of APOKRIES!

About Apokries (uh-pok-ree-us)

Apokries, the Greek carnival season, literally meaning, “abstaining from meat,” is a three week period just before Lent, associated with revelry, mischief and satire.

Believed to be rooted in the ancient Greek festival tradition, especially in honor of the god Dionysus, one might say that Apokries is a period of purging one’s inhibitions in preparation for the Lenten fast.

Through clever and creative disguises, revellers satirize the establishment, make social commentary, play pranks on innocent bystanders, or simply swagger in festive dress. Festivities throughout Greece are varied and focus on re-enactment of traditional customs, dances and folklore.

Presenting an Award of Excellence

Onassis Foundation

Anthony S. Papadimitriou, President of The Alexander S. Onassis Public Benefit Foundation

“For excellence in the promotion of the world’s shared Hellenic Heritage.”

Ambrosia Ball 2013 Sponsors

A sincere thank you to all of the individuals and organizations listed on the sidebar to make this evening possible!

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Highlights of Ambrosia Ball 2012

Guests were transported on a magical journey from Mount Olympus to Chicago, dazzled by the aura of ancient Greece, while indulging in the divine food and drinks of the gods.