2025 Day of Event Details for Attendees

We look forward to seeing you on October 9!
Gala Celebration Special Guests

Venue

Museum of Science
1 Science Park
Boston MA 02114

The event will be held in the museum’s Blue Wing located on the right after you pass through the turnstiles in the main lobby—new location this year!

Event Schedule

  • 6:30 p.m. Cocktail reception with passed appetizers and a chance to visit with our scientists
  • 7:30 p.m. Three course buffet dinner
  • 8:00 p.m. Program

Dessert will be served tableside during the program

Pre-registration, Check-in, and Auction details

To speed up the check-in and check-out process, please log into Auctria through the link in the email you receive on October 3, or email us at gala@silentspring.org to receive a new personal link. 

In Auctria, please add your phone number, address, and credit card information to the website. This is not required, but will make bidding, check-in, and check-out smooth and easy. 

An important note: Fundraising is a critical part of the evening, and every donation makes a difference. Thank you!

Other Details

  • Seating: Find your table number on the back of your nametag (along with your bid paddle number).
  • Parking: If you park in the museum parking lot, get your parking ticket validated at check-in.
  • Transit: Take the Green Line to Science Park station.
  • Dress: Celebratory cocktail attire! Coat check will be available.
  • Accessibility: The Museum of Science is wheelchair accessible. If you or a member of your party will use a wheelchair, please email us at gala@silentspring.org, so we can provide you with the best possible experience.
  • Recording: The program will be recorded and shared following the event. The program will not be streamed.

Check-Out 

At the end of the evening, please stop by the check-out table to collect your auction item! If you wish to pay by check or another means, you can let us know at check-out. Otherwise, the credit card on file will be charged. Using a DAF/foundation gift is valid for donations not receiving a tangible item in return.