DOROTHY DRAPER

EVENTS

Dorothy Draper Decorating Weekend returns to Grand Hotel to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Dorothy Draper & Company, Inc.

Enjoy insider events with the Dorothy Draper Team on Saturday morning, Afternoon Tea in The Parlor on Saturday, and a special 100th Anniversary Celebration Reception Saturday evening. Those arriving early on Friday are invited to participate in an afternoon session, “Draper 101: Tea and History of Dorothy Draper & Company.”

During Dorothy Draper Decorating Weekend, Grand Hotel celebrates the colorful careers and lives of Dorothy Draper and Carleton Varney, two icons of design. Join Dorothy Draper & Co. President Sebastian Varney and Design Director Rudy Saunders along with other team members to hear stories, learn tips, and behind-the-scenes tours of their signature approach to decorating.

September 26-28, 2025

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Date: October 3-5, 2025

Location: Birmingham Botanical Gardens

2612 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223

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19th Annual Birmingham Antiques at the Garden at the Birmingham Botanical Garden. Join Dorothy Draper Design Director Rudy Saunders for Shop The Show Friday October 3 at 9 am

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Date: October 26-27, 2025

Location: 286 Grand Avenue Mackinac Island, MI 49757

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Join the Dorothy Draper Team as we close Grand Hotel for the 2025 Summer Season

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