Award of Excellence Dinner Reservations

On Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 5:30 PM the Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture will honor Father Jaunius Kelpšas, pastor of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Marquette Park, Chicago, for his leadership and service to the community. The Museum's 60th Anniversary Excellence Award Dinner will take place in the Amber Ballroom of the Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture, 6500 S. Pulaski Rd., Chicago IL 60629. Everyone is warmly invited to attend.

Reservations for this event per person are $135 General and $200 Patron tickets. All proceeds benefit  Museum programs. Please reserve by Dec. 1, 2026. Your prepaid reservations will be held at the door of the event. 

Parking is available at the rear of the building, along Pulaski Rd., on neighborhood side streets, and across the street from the Museum at the Republic Bank parking lot. Off duty police officers will be available to assist with crossing the street. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, December 5 at 5:30 PM for cocktails, 6:30 PM for dinner and the evening program. Your reservation includes a gourmet dinner, live entertainment, and an open bar. Black-tie optional attire.