Sunset Soiree 2025
An enchanted evening celebrating how hands-on learning ignites curiosity at Old World Wisconsin
Sunset Soiree
Our 7th Annual Chair’s Challenge Fundraiser kicks off in June. Each year the Chair of our Board of Trustees “challenges” our supporters to raise money to support a specific project or program at Old World Wisconsin. Those who donate $250 or more receive an invitation for 2 people to join us on a beautiful evening in August to celebrate their generosity.
Did You Know...
Did you know that STEM-based learning began in the mid-1800s with the formation of agricultural sciences? STEM-based (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) learning offers numerous advantages, including enhanced critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the development of skills like creativity and collaboration.
We are hoping to use the funding to begin enhancements to the activities in the Wagon Shop, but your gift may also provide enhancements to Catch Wheel Fever, the Yankee Farm, the 1900s Polish Immigrant Home, the Pomeranian area and more!
You Can Have an Impact!
Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, each gift up to $18,000 will be matched 100%, allowing all gifts to make a more significant impact.
All donations are appreciated, but a donation of $250 or more will secure your invitation to this exclusive evening at Old World Wisconsin.
- $250 Donation = Invitation for 2 to enjoy beverages, various gourmet foods (baked brie, smoked salmon, charcuterie board, sandwich bar, and various sweets (vegetarian options available), live music, raffle and a silent auction.
- $500 Donation = Invitation for 2 people to enjoy the festivities plus two tickets to Home For The Holidays (HFTH) at OWW in December.
- $1,000 Donation = An opportunity to bring up to 3 of your friends to Old World Wisconsin (4 total) to Sunset Soiree plus two tickets to HFTH.
- PLus all guests will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities.
What to Expect
- 4:15 - 4:45pm: Arrive at Old World Wisconsin, Check in, have your picture taken.
- 4:30 - 7:30pm: ENJOY: Live music by Peter Irving (fun-old time, folk music), Delicious food catered by Old World Wisconsin, Wine, Beer, Signature Cocktails, & Mocktails, Raffle (drawing at 7:20pm), Silent Auction (winner announced 7:25pm), Hands-on Activities
- Download a copy of the Sunset Soiree Invite as a pdf file.
Raffle: Try your luck at winning an exciting RAFFLE PRIZE or SILENT AUCTION item. RAFFLE TICKETS: 1 for $20 or 6 for $100 (cash or check for raffle tickets, credit card accepted from silent auction winners).
Mingle with the Old World Foundation Trustees, Old World Wisconsin Staff and other guests, sit or dance to live music while savoring a variety of food and beverage options and know that your donation will ignite curiosity in OWW guests for years to come.
Experience Sunset Soiree with Old World Foundation
2025 Chair's Challenge Announcement
We are grateful for our sponsors who support STEM-based learning at Old World Wisconsin.
DeYounte Ramsey
Special thanks to DeYounte Ramsey for creating this year’s artwork.
Live music by Peter Irving
Fun old time Folk music
