The Cox Science Center and Aquarium threw its annual fundraising event, the Smarty Party, to great fanfare. Held at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, the night was chaired by Amanda Cummings, Victoria Hagan, Deborah Norville and Laing Rogers, as well as honorary chairs Kenneth C. Griffin, Julia Koch, and Judy and Leonard Lauder.
“The funds raised tonight enable us to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers and innovators through hands-on exhibits and educational outreach programs,” said Kate Arrizza, CSCA President and CEO. “This event celebrates the power of community. Every young mind we inspire, every project we embark upon is made possible thanks to your support.”
Guests included Carol and Ambassador Earle Mack, Wendy and Howard Cox, Stephen Ross, Jordan Bargas, Billings and John Cay, Chip DiPaula, Katharine and Bill Eyre, Anne and Chris Flowers, Debby and Jon Hirtle, Allison and Brady Johnstone, Harvey Jones, Susan McCaw, William Meyer, Greg Norman, Jodi and Tony Oh, Julie and Doug Ostrover, Katherine and Gary Parr, Lynne Wheat and Thomas P. Peterffy, Pauline Pitt, Francine and Gregory Purcell, Paula and Peter Lunder, Helen and Charles Schwab, Julie and Brian Simmons, Sandy Rogers, Tina and Byron Trott, Mike Tyson, and Kathryn and Leo Vecellio, among others.
Click through the gallery below to see inside the event.




















