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The Art of Wine with Lorenzo Giappichelli
Wine is more than something we drink. It is an expression of place, culture, history, craftsmanship, and creativity. Join us for an evening exploring the intersection of wine and art, beginning with a presentation by Lorenzo Giappichelli, a Florence-born sommelier, wine educator, and Italian wine professional. Lorenzo will offer a new way to think about what is in the glass.
Wine importers, distributors and merchants will present wines for guests to taste, accompanied by curated food pairings from Ari’s Pantry. With the holidays approaching, the evening will also offer an opportunity to purchase featured wines for entertaining, the holiday table, and gift giving.
Doors open at 7 p.m. Program begins at 7:30 p.m.
Presented by Ari’s Pantry
The History and Evolution of Jefferson Boulevard
Jefferson Boulevard stretches from East to West across Oak Cliff, serving as a de facto Main Street for the community. Its commercial area has been a vital part of Oak Cliff, where neighbors shopped, dined, and enjoyed entertainment. Over the past 40 years, it has become a centerpiece of the Hispanic community and culture. Preziosi will expand on the walking tours he has done of the area.
David Preziosi joined the Texas Historical Foundation as the president and CEO in 2022, after working for 10 years as the executive director for Preservation Dallas. He serves on the Heritage Oak Cliff board, is the vice chair of the Dallas Landmark Commission, and serves on the Landmark Designation Committee. He has written extensively on historic buildings in Dallas for various publications.
Breakfast with Santa
Join us for another Breakfast with Santa at the Turner House! Featuring activities to keep your littles occupied, a pop-up shop from DLM Tots, a raffle, and complementary cups of holiday cheer for all of the adults on the naughty list.
Tickets are sold per child ages 2 and older. Adults and children under 2 receive free admission. You do not have to be a member to attend.
As always, all proceeds go to renovating the Turner House and supporting the mission of the Oak Cliff Society of Fine Arts.
Preservation and Placemaking with A J Ramler
Old buildings are one of the things that keep cities from becoming interchangeable. Their texture, history, and imperfections create a civic memory that new construction often struggles to replicate. Preservation can also be a powerful form of economic development within a community when paired with thoughtful redevelopment, tenant curation, and public activation. This talk will explore how historic buildings can become anchors for placemaking and create space for community-driven activations.
AJ Ramler is the founder of Proxy Properties. Their focus is redevelopment and adaptive reuse projects. They have renovated important buildings in Oak Cliff including the Oak Cliff Assembly, the Madison Hotel and the recently opened “East Dock.”
Doors open at 7 p.m. Program starts at 7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Sherman & Sherman Real Estate. Refreshments provided by Ari’s Pantry.
Ticket pre-sales are now closed. You may still purchase a ticket at the door.
Rising Stars Public Reception (Free!)
Browse and purchase works from 16 rising stars in the Dallas art scene at the 13th annual Rising Stars exhibition and fundraiser hosted by the Oak Cliff Society of Fine Arts at the Turner House.
This year’s exhibition will include unique works from 16 DFW artists who are not represented by an art gallery, as nominated by prior rising stars. The Rising Stars exhibition offers a unique opportunity for these artists to sell their works to attendees.
The 2025 artists featured are:
Anthony T. Huang
Anna Pham
Noah Broomfield
Kat Cadena
Charles Gray
Lael Burns
Audrey Maria Palacios
Grace Gill
Veronica Ibarguengoitia
Jamila Mendez
Denise Lindgren
Myca Williamson
Britney Larios
Maddie Olsen
Onix Radial Mejias-Rodriguez
Tyson Shepherd
The public reception is on Sunday, Sept. 20 from 1 – 5 p.m. and is free to the public. No RSVP is required. Want to meet the artists and get first blush at purchasing your favorite piece of art? Join us on Sept. 19 from 7 – 9 p.m. for the opening reception.
Rising Stars Opening Reception
Come meet 16 rising stars in the Dallas art scene at the 13th annual Rising Stars exhibition opening and fundraiser hosted by the Oak Cliff Society of Fine Arts at the Turner House.
This year’s exhibition will include unique works from 16 DFW artists who are not represented by an art gallery, as nominated by prior rising stars. The Rising Stars exhibition offers a unique opportunity for these artists to sell their works to attendees and get exposure to gallery owners who often attend this renowned event.
Join us on Sept. 19 at the exhibition opening and you’ll have an opportunity to meet the artists and have the first opportunity to purchase an original work. There will also be a free public viewing of the exhibition the following day, Sept. 20, from 1 – 5 p.m.
The Rising Stars exhibition is the premier annual fundraiser for the Oak Cliff Society of Fine Arts, whose mission is to promote art and culture, including the renovation of the Turner House — the historic home and art museum hosting this event. Proceeds from ticket sales will go to support the OCSFA’s mission and fund the purchase prize for this event — a high honor for the selected artist. Proceeds from art sales will go to the artists, with a small portion contributed to the OCSFA.
Ticket pre-orders are now closed. Purchase your ticket at the door for $50 each.
Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors:
The Law Office of Sherman & Yaquinto
Chris Barker & Lee Ruiz
Robbie Christopher
Roger Wendell
William Aikman
Scott Chase
Joseph Barker
Alfred Martinez
The 2026 artists featured are:
Anthony T. Huang
Anna Pham
Noah Broomfield
Charles Gray
Lael Burns
Audrey Maria Palacios
Grace Gill
Veronica Ibarguengoitia
Jamila Mendez
Denise Lindgren
Myca Williamson
Britney Larios
Maddie Olsen
Onix Radial Mejias-Rodriguez
Tyson Shepherd
Teatro Dallas Presents: Pizcas!
We're excited to welcome Teatro Dallas back to the Turner House for a special performance of Pizcas.
This bilingual (English/Spanish) touring production tells the story of migrant children working in the fields of South Texas — a moving, honest look at family, labor, and resilience. The performance runs 35 minutes, followed by a post-show conversation with the cast.
Pizcas is best suited for children ages 8–15, but families of all kinds are welcome. The event is free and open to the public — no RSVP required.
We're proud to host Teatro Dallas and support the vital work they do bringing Latine stories and voices to our community.
📍 The Turner House
🕙 Saturday, July 11 at 10:00 AM
🎟️ Free — no RSVP needed
