Gold Star Families Saluted at Gratitude Dinner Hosted by Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens
ANN NORTON SCULPTURE GARDENS CELEBRATED GOLD STAR FAMILIES AT PRIVATE DINNER
Memorial Monument honors Gold Star Families and preserves the memory of the fallen
(West Palm Beach, FL.) – Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens hosted a Gratitude Dinner recently celebrating sponsors and donors of the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument on the eve of its dedication ceremony.
A Gold Star Family is someone who sacrificed a loved one fighting for the United States of America in the armed forces. The Palm Beach County Gold Star Families Memorial Monument, located at Trinity Park in West Palm Beach, is a reflection of the debt of gratitude American citizens owe to the distinguished military servicemen and servicewomen and their families for their ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
Gardens’ Board members and leadership welcomed five Gold Star families, supporters of the monument, and the evening’s special guest, Hershel “Woody” Williams, Congressional Medal of Honor recipient for his service in WWII.
“It is a tremendous honor for the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens to celebrate the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument and those who have dedicated their support to this project,” said Frances Fisher, Chairman of the Board of the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, as she welcomed guests with the evening’s co-host Harvey E. Oyer III. “We’re especially honored and inspired to have Gold Star Families joining us this evening and we recognize them as the individuals that gracefully carry the very heart and soul of the United States of America.”
Oyer then gave a meaningful tribute to those who have sacrificed for our freedom. He was instrumental to the success of the monument with Gold Star daughter Lauren Berkson, President of Palm Beach County Gold Star Families.
“With your devotion, this monument now stands as a permanent reminder of how fortunate we are to be Americans, and we thank you for giving us the opportunity to be inspired by your generosity and patriotic spirit,” said Oyer.
The Gardens will be including Gold Star Families as a partner in the debut of the Jazz in the Gardens Series on Sunday, December 15th with a Holiday Concert dedicated to Veterans. Last season, the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens upgraded its pathways throughout the two-acres, making them handicap accessible.
Located at 253 Barcelona Road in the historic El Cid neighborhood of West Palm Beach, the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens is open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Normal admission is free for members, $15 for non-member adults, $10 for seniors (age 65 and older), $7 for students, and children under five are free. Special event pricing will vary. Master Garden Talks are available at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays. Exhibition Tours are available at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. The Gardens are also available for private events and are closed on major holidays.