Antiques at the Gardens is back with designer Martin Brudnizki + more, Sept. 29-Oct. 1—tickets on sale now

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Have an eye for design? Antiques at the Gardens returns for its 17th year at Birmingham Botanical Gardens, September 29-October 1. From internationally acclaimed guest speakers to what’s trending in interior design and stunning antiques, read on for four fabulous reasons to get your tickets now.

Antiques at the Gardens event details

• What: 17th annual Antiques at the Gardens
• When: Friday, September 29-Saturday, September 30, 10AM-5PM | Sunday, October 1, 10AM-4PM
• Where: Birmingham Botanical Gardens, 2612 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223
• Cost: Varies by event activity. View the price breakdown here.
• Tickets

Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens members receive these special perks:

• Friend Level ($50) – Support Level ($250) receive one complimentary, single-day general admission ticket to a 2023 Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ show of choice. 
• Ambassador Level ($500) and Benefactor Circle ($1000) receive complimentary three-day general admission for two. 
• Members also get 10% off advance book purchases at Leaf & Petal at the Gardens (in-store only, through September 27). 

1. Antiques at the Gardens features 3 event-filled days in Birmingham

Birmingham’s premier antiques show is back, September 29-October 1, and there are so many reasons to be excited. For nearly two decades, Antiques at the Gardens has attracted visitors from across the Southeast and around the world for a gathering of inspirational design and mesmerizing antiques.

Here are a few things to expect during the event:

• Stunning antiques
• Nationally acclaimed guest speakers
• Book signings
• Floral artistry

There’s even more! Throughout the weekend, you’ll have the opportunity to visit and shop 22 celebrated antique dealers from across the country. Presented by O’Neal Industries and featuring design sponsor de Gourney and textile sponsor Cowtan & Tout, this year’s show also features:

• Furniture
• Fine art
• Vintage and fine jewelry
• Silver
• Rugs
• Textiles
• Home decor
• Garden accessories

Want to confirm your spot at Antiques in the Gardens at Birmingham Botanical Gardens, September 29-October 1? Get your tickets now.

2. Antiques at the Gardens features internationally acclaimed interior designer Martin Brudnizki + more BIG names

Are you interested in what’s trending in interior design or seeking landscaping tips from the pros? Each year, Antiques at the Gardens features incredible guest speakers highlighting nationally and internationally acclaimed interior designers, architects, landscape architects and furniture designers. 

One of the event’s most notable speakers is Martin Brudnizki. Originally from Stockholm, Brudnizki is the founder and principal of internationally acclaimed interior architecture and design practice Martin Brudnizki Design Studio. 

Deemed “one of the best restaurant and hotel designers of his generation,” he’s been listed in AD 100, House and Garden, Top 100 Leading Interior Designers and Elle Décor A-List.

Here’s a rundown of guest speakers participating in the event:

• Friday, September 29—Red Diamond Lecture Series: Hear feature keynote speaker Martin Brudnizki in conversation with Mitchell Owens, followed by Hannah Cecil Gurney, Celerie Kemble, Sarah Wetenhall and moderator Steele Marcoux. The series is sponsored by Red Diamond, Inc., and hosted by show ambassador Richard Keith Langham.

• Saturday, September 30—Love It or Hate It Panel: The iconic Love It or Hate It panel returns with expert designers giving their honest opinions on today’s most popular trends. This year’s panel includes: Aldous Bertram, Paloma Contreras, Peter Dunham, Michael Diaz-Griffith and moderator Anna Brockway. 

• Saturday, September 30—Art of Hospitality Panel: Need guidance on hosting that signature event? Join the Art of Hospitality panel with speakers Zoë de Givenchy, Alex Hitz, Blake Sams, Sybil Sylvester and moderator Margo Shaw. 

• Sunday, October 1—Presentation + Art of the Home Panel: Enjoy presentations from Antiques at the Gardens show ambassador Richard Keith Langham and Art of the Home panel with Bill Brockshmidt, Courtney Coleman, Stan Dixon, Keith Robinson and moderator Hadley Keller. 

BONUS: Talks will be followed by book signings, with books available for purchase at the show from Leaf & Petal at the Gardens.

Make more of your weekend experience— join Antiques at the Gardens for these special events:

• Friday, September 29—Shop the Show with Michael Diaz-Griffith
• Saturday, September 30—Floral Workshop with speaker Keith Robinson

4. Proceeds from Antiques at the Gardens benefit the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens

By now, you’ve discovered some pretty worthwhile reasons to attend Antiques at the Gardens, September 29-October 1. We have just one more for you: proceeds from the event benefit the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

The Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens have a vital role in keeping the Gardens beautiful year-round for all to enjoy. Your ticket purchase to Antiques at the Gardens helps the ongoing stewardship and enhancement of the Gardens, education programs and outreach activities.

Grab your tickets now to the 17th annual Antiques at the Gardens. For show announcements and reveals, visit Facebook and Instagram

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