Wisconsin Breast Cancer Showhouse
The Wisconsin Breast Cancer Showhouse was founded in 1998 as an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) charitable organization by Nancé Kinney, a breast cancer survivor. Its mission is to support breast and prostate cancer research at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Since its founding the Showhouse’s contributions to the Medical College of Wisconsin total $3 million. The Showhouse raises funds year-round through a variety of unique and exciting events. The center of these events is the Showhouse for a Cure. Dozens of local interior designers, landscape artists and artisans contribute substantial time, talent and furnishings to make each Showhouse spectacular.
Wisconsin Breast Cancer Showhouse, Showhouse for a Cure and Boutique – open to the public Saturday, May 31 through Sunday, June 15.
The 2008 Showhouse for a Cure is located 3580 N. Lake Drive – a beautiful East Side mansion in Shorewood with a rich history.
Tickets:
$20 at the Showhouse or $18 at Showhouse ticket outlets, including: Boston Stores, Ozaukee Banks and Milwaukee Street Gallery.
Please note: children under age 10, including infants, will not be admitted.
Tour hours:
Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. and Sat. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thurs. from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sun. from noon to 4 p.m.
The last tour of the day begins 30 minutes before closing.
For details: call (414) 297-9152, or visit the Showhouse Web site.
Plan a meal and a bit of gift shopping around your visit to the Showhouse, and you’ll be increasing the impact of your contribution to breast and prostate cancer research:
Showhouse Boutique
(Sponsored by Milwaukee Irish Fest Foundation) – Before or after your tour, visit the boutique for unique treasures from favorite past vendors and exciting new ones. Among our unique gift items will be affordable and unusual art pieces, outdoor sculptures, jewelry, floor cloths, handbags and more. Take this opportunity to shop for the holidays, birthdays and other celebrations. Open for the Preview Party and during Showhouse hours. Also open to the public without a ticket.
Dining Opportunities to Benefit WBCS
During the run, show your Showhouse program book during lunch at Café 1505, 1505 W. Mequon Rd., Mequon; and during dinner (entrée only) at Harvey’s, 1340 W. Towne Square Rd., Mequon; or for lunch and dinner at Jack Pandl’s Whitefish Bay Inn, 1319 E. Henry Clay, Whitefish Bay. Enjoy your meal knowing that these restaurants will contribute 20 percent of your bill to the 2008 Showhouse.
Mother’s Day gift idea to benefit breast cancer research:
Bosom Buddies Cooking Together cookbooks will be available outside the Medical College cafeteria on May 8 & 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. They are $20 each, and proceeds go to the Showhouse.
Upcoming Showhouse Events:
Friday, May 30
Preview Party at the Showhouse: 6 to 9 p.m.
The 11th annual Showhouse for a Cure is unveiled at this event. Guests are the first to tour the Showhouse and also enjoy a festive dinner and voice auction. Reservations are $125 per person. Mail checks (payable to WBCS Preview Party) by May 21 to WBCS, P.O. Box 170588, Milwaukee, WI 53217.
Sunday, June 1
Designer Day at the Showhouse: 12 to 4 p.m.
Meet the designers in the rooms they created. Designer Day offers a unique opportunity to discover how Showhouse spaces are planned and executed and to increase your decorating knowledge. Designers generously provide substantial unreimbursed services and products to make each year’s Showhouse a success.
Friday, June 13
Luck of the Irish Party at the Showhouse: 6 to 9 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of Irish fun with a casual buffet, Irish music from our finest local musicians and an Irish dancer exhibition. Silent auction includes authentic Irish gifts and more. An “Irish Ramble” super auction features a rare opportunity to bid on a week’s stay at a lovely private home in Ireland. Reservations are $60 per person. Mail checks (payable to WBCS Irish Party) by June 6 to WBCS, P.O. Box 170588, Milwaukee, WI 53217. For additional information contact Jan at 262-786-2818.