You never know what might inspire a great idea! Last year, Dallas Heritage Village came up with a new twist for their annual fundraiser, which supports historical learning opportunities for students and adults at Dallas Heritage Village. After seeing a Prohibition cocktail menu at noted Dallas Mixologist Michael Martensen’s Cedars Social, which is just around the corner from the Village, staff began thinking of something that could be different and fun.
“When we met with Michael, we discovered his great love of history in general and how he has parlayed that into his job as a ‘mixologist’ of classic cocktails,” said Melissa Prycer, President and Executive Director, Dallas Heritage Village. “And you might say the rest is history! Michael came on board last year to create the cocktails for our historical cocktail party, and it was a great success. This year will be our 2nd Annual History with a Twist-a Celebration of the American Cocktail.”
Martensen is mixing things up again for the event, presented this year by Sidley Austin, LLP, on Saturday, April 26, 7-11 p.m., on Main Street at Dallas Heritage Village, 1515 S. Harwood, Dallas, 75215. Guests will step back in time as they stroll down Dallas Heritage Village’s historic Main Street sampling a variety of unique creations of Martensen’s at numerous cocktail stations as well as food by Wendy Krispin Catering throughout the evening. Additionally, beer and wine will be available.
There will be a vintage car show, jazz music provided by the Singapore Slingers, and a unique silent auction with dining and wine packages, along with some experiences only found through the Village. Guests are encouraged to come in their own vintage attire from Prohibition and the early 20th century. A selection of costume items will be for sale that evening for those who want to accessorize as well as a photo booth to document the occasion.
Cost is $75 for individuals or $125 for couples and includes cocktail samples, heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine, and valet parking. Sponsorships are available.
For event information and tickets contact Lisa Simpson, 214-413-3662, lsimpson@dallasheritagevillage.org or visit www.dallasheritagevillage.org.