Illinois Eye And Ear Infirmary

150th Anniversary Gala

June 20, 2008

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences will be celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary with a Gala scheduled for June 20, 2008 at the Chicago History Museum. This event is scheduled to run from 5 p.m. to midnight and will include a pre-gala reception, cocktails and hors d'oevres, dinner, dancing, and a silent auction.

The 150th Anniversary Gala is a celebration of the historical contribution of the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary to the state of Illinois and the Chicago community. We gather together to celebrate our successes of the past, our commitment to the present, and our vision of the future. The proceeds from this event will be used for research into and care for patients with blinding or vision threatening eye diseases. The event's Honorary Chair is Mayor Richard M. Daley and will be emceed by Rich King, Emmy award winning WGN sports anchor. More details and invitations will be forthcoming. To add your name to our mailing list or to receive an invitation, contact James Michael, 150th Gala Administrative Co-Chair, Department of Ophthalmology. Telephone: 312-996-6272 or Email: jamesm2@uic.edu.

The University of Illinois Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is dedicated to combating vision loss and blindness by providing the most advanced and compassionate patient care, conducting exemplary research, and offering the best possible physician education programs. All net proceeds from this event will be used for research and patient care for those with blinding or vision threatening diseases.

Ticket price is $300 per person with tables of ten (10) for $3,000 each.
Additional levels of corporate and individual sponsorship are available.

Old Infirmary building located on Adams and Peoria.