Join Atlanta’s social and business leaders for A Timeless Affair, Fernbank’s signature black-tie gala and an unforgettable evening beneath the dinosaurs. Enjoy inspired cuisine, auctions, live music and dancing, all in support of Fernbank’s world-class exhibitions, giant screen movies and enriching family and nature programs.
Save the Date: October 23, 2027
Be part of a celebration that blends elegance, connection and generosity for a lasting impact! Join us on Saturday, October 23, 2027, for the next A Timeless Affair. Check back for event details and opportunities to support the celebration.
A Look Back at A Timeless Affair 2026
Held October 3 in honor of Teresa M. Finley, A Timeless Affair 2026 welcomed 370 guests and raised a record-breaking total of more than $1 million for Fernbank, including nearly $130,000 for the Museum Access Scholarship Fund.
The evening began with cocktails and live Irish music, followed by a seated dinner among the dinosaurs in the Great Hall. Silent and live auctions, a paddle raise benefiting the Museum Access Scholarship Fund, and live music and dancing rounded out the celebration.
Honorary Chair
Teresa M. Finley
Event Chairs
Laurie Hood
Amy Nelson
Advisory Chairs
Jessi and James Freeman
Sara and John Nastopoulos
Corporate Chair
Kristen Manion Taylor
Patron Chairs
Vanessa and Robin Delmer
Burch and Mark Hanson
Scholarship Chair
Sara Youd
Patron Party Hosts
Natasha and Christopher Swann
Corporate Committee
Jelena Andrin
Todd Brown
Gayle Cabrera
Brad McLamb
Lin Moses
For more information, please contact Eloise Oliveira at 404.929.6371 or Eloise.Oliveira@FernbankMuseum.org.
Gifts from Donor Advised Funds will be treated as donations with all benefits waived to ensure compliance with IRS guidelines. Thank you.