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Houston, Texas. On December 2, 2022, Project Row Houses held its annual Cocktails on The Row holiday party. This was a beautiful night as PRH’s artists courtyard was transformed. Just in time for the holiday season, the venue was draped with Christmas lights, cocktail tables covered in lovely green velvet cloths, and white and gold lounge chairs. 

PRH’s Community Gallery had a beautiful Christmas tree surrounded with Christmas gifts that continued to grow throughout the night and will be presented to families in Third Ward at the Holiday House event on December 10, 2022. The exterior of each row house was adorned with beautiful Christmas lights, and the art houses were opened for people to walk through and see the artwork currently on view from Round 54: Southern Survey Biennial.  

The evening opened with remarks from Executive Director Eureka Gilkey as she announced that “PRH officially raised 9.7 million dollars to restore the historic Eldorado Ballroom!” This capital campaign was spearheaded by co-chairs Anita Smith, Hasty Johnson and Chris Williams, and would not be possible without PRH supporters. 

PRH founders Jesse Lott and Bert Samples were present, as well as the Board of Directors, artists, foundation executives, media and community partners, and staff. As they all were gathered in one space, it was an amazing time to fellowship and connect with like-minded professionals. Nearly 200 people were in attendance and enjoyed soothing sounds from a cellist complimented by crafted cocktails and light bites that were served throughout the night. 

This wonderful moment brought so many people together, to take part in PRH’s end-of-year celebration, and left event goers excited for the upcoming 30-year anniversary festivities for 2023! 

PHOTOS: Cocktails on The Row