The Marian Anderson Historical Society invites you to join us as we celebrate 31 years of excellence as a national historical landmark and cultural heritage institution. The Masked Ball Gala celebration honors our great Marian Andersons historic debut as the first African American to perform at the Metropolitan Opera in 1955. Arrive in your Formals and Masquerade Masks and enjoy a fabulous evening of Fine Dining, extraordinary Live Performances from the Marian Anderson Scholar Artists, the Philadelphia Big Band and Jazz Ensemble and Special Tributes to the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Philadelphia Alumnae Chapter and the Preservation Alliance of Greater Philadelphia.
When: Sunday March 1st, 2026
Where: Crystal Tea Ballroom Historic Wanamaker Building 100 East Penn Square #9BPhiladelphia PA 19107
Event Time: 5pm
Formal Reception and Dinner Service
Event Tickets: $150.00 Per Person
*Formal Attire and Masquerade Masks are encouraged
Event Menu: Classic Caesar Salad
Elegant Entree Stations
Hand Carved SteamShip of Beef Grilled Salmon Fillets
Elegant Pasta Stations Tortellini in Alfredo Baked Ziti Mariana
Herb Crusted Lamb Chops with Cranberry Demi-Glace
Cocktail Frankfurters Wrapped in Pastry with Dijon Mustard - Miniature Lobster Cobbler - Scallops wrapped in Bacon Spinach & Feta Cheese Phyllo Triangle
Watermelon Margarita with Feta Cheese & Candied Jalapeno
Accompanied by Dinner Rolls and Butter Open Bar and Tribute Gala Display Cake