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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art – Committee of 100 Celebratory Luncheon

Mark D. Sikes, the noted interior designer, was this year’s featured guest speaker at the 10th annual Committee of 100 Celebratory Luncheon at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Liz Maday and Kathy Donovan were the honorary co-chairmen, with Meredith Angrist and Kate Banks serving as the co-chairmen. The September 21st event included coffee on the East Terrace, a presentation in Atkins Auditorium, and lunch in Kirkwood Hall, in addition to a book-signing by Mark. Adding to the fun, Annie and Jeffery Anderson were the hosts for the Benefactor & Patron Reception.

Lisa Schellhorn, Carmen Sabates, Alison Jager, and Annie Anderson, Benefactor & Patron Reception host

 

Nicki Wang, Mina Steen, and Michelle Innes

 

Amy Thompson, Denise Dudenhoeffer, and Kelly Lambert

 

Kim Klein, Mandy Burditt, Gaye Cohen, and Kate Banks, co-chairman

Read more in the November 27, 2021 issue of The Independent
Photo credit: David Riffel

 

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