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Exhibition Underwriting Opportunities

The Devonshire Inheritance
Five Centuries of Collecting at Chatsworth
July 30–October 23, 2005

The Tyler Museum of Art is proud to present this outstanding exhibition of rare drawings and paintings, illuminated manuscripts, jewelry, gold and silver vessels, ceramics, tapestries, and furniture from the private collection of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Promotional events for this historic exhibition began as early as the summer of 2003. An opportunity for underwriting is available and provides the greatest exposure for your participation.

Premier Sponsor – $100,000
As Premier Sponsor, you would join the Tyler Museum of Art in bringing this extraordinary collection to Tyler and the State of Texas. The benefits you would enjoy in this premier status includes:

Shared billing with the Tyler Museum of Art as the Premier Sponsor of the exhibition, i.e., The Tyler Museum of Art and (Your Name) Presents: THE DEVONSHIRE INHERITANCE: Five Centuries of Collecting at Chatsworth.
An exclusive, private tour of the exhibition for your family and senior staff (limited to 10) the evening prior to the opening with the director.
Tickets for your company’s senior staff and for your family to the private cocktail reception for Her Grace, the Dowager Duchess, when she visits Tyler (limited to 20 tickets).*
Your name noted most prominently among the sponsors in all aspects of marketing and advertising including any billboards, banners, newspaper advertising, rack cards, reception invitations, television ads, and press releases to local, regional, and national media produced in conjunction with this exhibition.
Your sponsorship prominently displayed on the exhibition entrance wall and noted by all who visit the Museum during the length of the exhibition.
Recognition at the opening reception during remarks by the Museum director.
Invitation for four to attend as honored guests at the Sponsor Dinner the evening that the exhibition opens.
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.
Also, as Premier Sponsor, you or your business would be invited to hold up to two private receptions and viewing of the exhibition during the course of the exhibition on an evening mutually agreeable to you and the Museum (this does not include food, drink, service or entertainment costs).

Presenting Sponsor – $50,000
As Presenting Sponsor of this exhibition, there are a number of benefits you would enjoy:

Your name noted in all aspects of marketing and advertising including any billboards, banners, newspaper advertising, rack cards, reception invitations, television ads and press releases to local, regional, and national media produced in conjunction with this exhibition.
Your sponsorship displayed on the exhibition entrance wall and noted by all who visit the Museum during the length of the exhibition.
Tickets for your company’s senior staff and your family to the private cocktail reception for Her Grace (limited to 10 tickets)*
Recognition at the opening reception during remarks by the Museum director.
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.
Also, as a Presenting Sponsor, you or your business would be invited to hold a private reception and viewing of the exhibition during the course of the exhibition on an evening mutually agreeable to you and the Museum (this does not include food, drink, service or entertainment costs).

Lead Sponsor – $20,000
As a Lead Sponsor of this exhibition, you would enjoy with other sponsors the following benefits:

Your name in various aspects of marketing and advertising including any newspaper advertising, rack cards, television ads, and press releases to local, regional, and national media produced in conjunction with this exhibition.
Your sponsorship displayed on the exhibition entrance wall and noted by all who visit the Museum during the length of the exhibition.
Invitations for two to a small, private reception with other high-level sponsors one hour prior to the opening reception.
Tickets for your company’s senior staff or your family to the private cocktail reception for Her Grace (limited to 8 tickets)*
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.

Major Sponsor – $10,000
As a Major Sponsor of this exhibition, you would enjoy with other sponsors the following benefits:

Your name in marketing and advertising printed matter including any newspaper advertising, rackcards, and press releases to local and regional media produced in conjunction with this exhibition.
Your sponsorship displayed on the exhibition entrance wall and noted by all who visit the Museum during the length of the exhibition.
Invitations for two to a small, private reception with other high-level sponsors one hour prior to the opening reception.
Six tickets to the private cocktail reception for Her Grace.*
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.

Supporting Sponsor – $5,000

Your name in marketing and advertising printed matter including any newspaper advertising, rack cards, and press releases to local and regional media produced in conjunction with this exhibition.
Your sponsorship displayed on the exhibition entrance wall
Invitations for two to a small, private reception with other high-level sponsors one hour prior to the opening reception.
Four tickets to the private cocktail reception for Her Grace.*
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.

Sponsor – $1,000

Your name in marketing and advertising printed matter including any newspaper advertising, rackcards, and press releases to local and regional media produced in conjunction with this exhibition.
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.

*The travel plans for Her Grace, the Dowager Duchess of Devonshire, will not be confirmed until a later date. All sponsors will be informed of the reception date and time.

Special Events Sponsorship Opportunities

Opening Reception Sponsor – $10,000
As the Opening Reception Sponsor, the following benefits are available to you:

Your name or company name in all advertising exclusive to the opening reception.
Your name or company name prominently noted along with the Exclusive Sponsor on reception invitations.
Recognition at the opening reception during remarks by the Museum director.
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.

"Counting My Chickens" Tea Party – $3,000
The Duchess of Devonshire's book Counting My Chickens has been a best seller since it was published in 2001. As a special treat for children and their parents and grandparents, the Museum will host an afternoon tea party on the Museum grounds using a 'Counting My Chickens' theme. This very proper English tea (with a "chicken twist") is certain to provide fond memories for all.

As sponsor of this event, you will enjoy the following benefits:

Your name or company name on event invitations.
Recognition at the tea party during opening remarks.
Ten (10) tickets to the tea party for use by your company or family.
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.

Education Sponsorship Opportunities

The Education Department of the TMA will develop and organize tours, programs and events for the exhibition. As the Museum has partnerships with Tyler Independent School District (TISD) and other area schools, both public and private, we anticipate over 1,000 elementary students will tour the exhibition and participate in related art activities. In addition, the Education Department will promote special tours for seniors, develop adult programs consisting of lectures and gallery talks, and hold special events for families, which will also include tours, artist demonstrations and art projects.

TMA School Tours – $3,000
As part of the TMA School Tour program, a large number of students from TISD and other school districts in the region as well as those from private schools will tour the exhibition. The Education Department will develop a teacher's packet to be used by schools in preparing students for the tour. The packet contains transparencies of artwork in the exhibition, background information on the artwork and artists, and suggestions for relating the exhibition to school curriculum. Your support of the School Tour program will help us offset the cost involved in producing such packets and other expenses related to the program.

Your benefits as an Education sponsor include:

Your name or company name in any materials in the packet
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.

TMA Family Day – $2,000
The Museum will host a special Family Day at the TMA during the exhibition. This free event is open to all and includes numerous art activities, special tours, music, storytelling, and refreshments.

Your benefits as a Family Day sponsor include:

Your name or company name in any advertising exclusive to the event.
Your name or company name posted in the Museum on the day of the event.
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.

Adult Lecture Series – Series Sponsor for $5,500
or 3 Lectures @ $2,000 each
The Museum will bring to Tyler three special lectures for adults: one art historian and one decorative arts specialist will discuss different periods and artworks represented in this collection. Targeting area garden clubs as the audience, a specialist on landscapes and formal garden design will also make a presentation on the famous gardens at Chatsworth. Some of these lecturers will be invited from Britain. You may choose to sponsor the entire lecture series, or select just one.

Your benefits as an Adult Lecture Series sponsor include:

Your name or company name in any advertising or press releases exclusive to the event.
Your name or company name posted in the Museum on the day of the event.
Your name or company name recognized during introductory remarks.
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.

Seniors Day – $2,000
During the exhibition, the Tyler Museum of Art will offer a special Seniors Day from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on a Monday, the day the Museum is normally closed to the public. All persons 65 or older will receive free admission to the exhibition and will be treated to tours and refreshments.

Your benefits as a Seniors Day sponsor include:

Your name or company name in any advertising or press releases exclusive to the event.
Your name or company name posted in the Museum on the day of the event.
Your name or company name recognized during introductory remarks.
Recognition in the Museum’s newsletter, the Preview, and on its Web site.

(Other mutually agreeable sponsorship levels and benefits may be arranged upon request by the donor.)

If you have any questions about the above available sponsorship levels, please contact the Office of Development at (903) 595-1001.

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