10 . 9. 2026
On Beauty
An Afternoon and Evening with Charlotte Moss & Margot Shaw
THE EVENTJoin us for conversation, cocktails, and dinner to support the Branch Museum’s mission to inspire and educate through architecture and design.
October 9, 2026
PART I - Keynote
Virginia Museum of History & Culture
2PM - 4PM
Doors open at 1:30PM
Afternoon Conversation & Book Signing
Join celebrated designer and author Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw, founder and publisher of Flower Magazine, for an inspiring conversation exploring the enduring pursuit of beauty. Together, they will discuss where they find inspiration, how beauty shapes the way we live, and how these ideas are reflected in their newest books, Charlotte Moss At Home in Virginia and Flowering Outdoors. Following the conversation, guests are invited to a book signing with the authors.
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PART II - Exclusive Dinner
Branch Museum
6:30PM - 9PM
Cocktails & Intimate Benefit Dinner
Continue the evening with an intimate culinary experience for seventy guests held in the Branch Museum's Main Gallery. Guests will enjoy cocktails, dinner, and special remarks from Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw as Guests of Honor.
A portion of the evening's proceeds will benefit the Branch Museum.
Dinner ticket and table sponsorship opportunities are available.
Featured Guests
Charlotte Moss
Richmond Native and internationally known designer.
Interior designer, author, and philanthropist Charlotte Moss is celebrated for her timeless approach to decorating, entertaining, and gracious living. Marking forty years in the design industry, she has received numerous awards and honors, authored twelve books, and lectures widely on the art of living. She is the recipient of honorary doctorates from the New York School of Interior Design and her alma mater, Virginia Commonwealth University, recognizing her enduring contributions to the design profession.
Margot Shaw
Publisher of Flower Magazine.
Margot Shaw is the founder and editor-in-chief of Flower Magazine, the award-winning publication celebrating floral design, gardens, interiors, and the art of living beautifully. A sought-after speaker and author, she has spent more than a decade bringing together leading voices in design, horticulture, and entertaining, inspiring readers to find beauty in everyday life.
Sponsorship Opportunities
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$1500
Recognition as an Afternoon of Beauty Sponsor
• Name listed on event signage
• Recognition during the afternoon reception
• Four tickets to Fancy This: Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw On Beauty
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$3000
All Patron Sponsor benefits
• Prominent name/logo recognition on event signage
• Recognition in event materials
• Six tickets to Fancy This: Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw On Beauty
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$5000
All Benefactor Sponsor benefits
• Recognition across event social media with dedicated sponsor post and stories
• Six tickets to Fancy This: Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw On Beauty
• Two tickets to the Benefit Dinner at The Branch Museum of Design
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$2500
Six reserved seats at the Benefit Dinner at The Branch Museum
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$5000
Recognition as a Dinner Sponsor
• Name featured on event signage
• Logo recognition on event social media
• 2 Reserved seats at the Benefit Dinner at The Branch Museum of Design
• Six tickets to Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw on Beauty
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$10,000
All garden sponsor benefits
• Recognition on the printed invitation
• Enhanced recognition throughout the evening
• Four reserved seats at the Benefit Dinner at The Branch Museum of Design
• Six tickets to Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw on Beauty
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$15,000
All parterre sponsor benefits
• Five complimentary tickets to the Benefit Dinner
• Premier sponsor recognition on-site and in printed materials
• Verbal recognition during the evening program
• 6 reserved seats at the Benefit Dinner at The Branch Museum of Design
• Eight tickets to Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw on Beauty
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$25,000
Exclusive “Presented by” recognition on all event materials
• Premier logo placement on invitations, signage, website, and social media
• Recognition in press and promotional materials
• VIP Meet & Greet with Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw
• Verbal acknowledgment during both the afternoon conversation and evening dinner
• Signed copies of both authors new books
• 6 reserved seats at the Benefit Dinner at The Branch Museum of Design
• Ten tickets to Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw on Beauty
Tickets
$100
Part I Keynote
2:00PM-4:00PM | Doors open at 1:30PM
Conversation & Book Signing with Charlotte Moss & Margot Shaw at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
Join celebrated designer and author Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw, founder and publisher of Flower Magazine, for an inspiring conversation exploring the enduring pursuit of beauty. Together, they will discuss where they find inspiration, how beauty shapes the way we live, and how these ideas are reflected in their newest books, Charlotte Moss At Home in Virginia and Flowering Outdoors. Following the conversation, guests are invited to a book signing with the authors.
$350
Part II Intimate Dinner
6:30PM-9PM
Cocktails & Benefit Dinner at the Branch Museum
Continue the evening with an intimate culinary experience for seventy guests held in the Museum's Main Gallery. Guests will enjoy cocktails, dinner, and special remarks from Charlotte Moss and Margot Shaw as Guests of Honor. A portion of the evening's proceeds will benefit the Branch Museum.
Table sponsorship opportunities are available.
Our Founders
R.J. Landin
R.J. Landin is a storyteller, curator, and color enthusiast who believes life is full of occasions worth celebrating — and that great design is the art of bringing those occasions to life. A native Virginian with deep roots in the Richmond community, she blends Southern charm, whimsy, and a signature vibrancy into events and spaces that are as meaningful as they are beautiful. Former President of IFDA and an active voice across Richmond's cultural and civic landscape, she is equally at home leading a community organization, hosting a dinner party, or finding inspiration in her garden.
Susan W. Morgan
A lifelong devotee of beauty in all its forms, Susan has spent decades immersed in the world of art and design — from jewelry to architecture. A former designer and professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), she brings a practiced eye and a deeply cultivated sensibility to everything she encounters. Whether exploring a gallery, a grand interior, or a finely crafted object, Susan posesses the rare ability to see what makes a space, a piece, or a moment extraordinary.