Description
2025 Pillar of Service Award Luncheon
Join Us in Honoring a Legacy of Service
We are honored to invite you to the 2025 Pillar of Service Award Luncheon, a heartfelt gathering dedicated to celebrating the life and enduring legacy of Mrs. Audrey Lorraine Malone Simmons (October 19, 1931 – January 21, 2025), one of the museum’s beloved founders.
This year’s award will be presented posthumously to Mrs. Simmons in recognition of her lifelong service to the community and her extraordinary contributions to preserving African American history and culture. At 93, she leaves behind a legacy of excellence, compassion, and dedication that continues to inspire generations.
The luncheon program will feature distinguished speakers, touching presentations, and live musical entertainment. In honor of Mrs. Simmons’ love of jazz, there will be a special performance by Jumpstreet Band with saxophonist Bradley Collins, along with additional entertainment and a program emcee to be announced.
Held in the welcoming setting of the Marriott Hotel Owings Mill Metro Centre, this uplifting afternoon will bring together family, friends, community leaders, and supporters to celebrate service, history, and culture.
Dress Code: Business casual or church Sunday attire.
Join us for an afternoon of reflection, recognition, and inspiration as we pay tribute to a remarkable woman whose life exemplified the true spirit of service.
General Admission & Premium Seating
General Admission tickets are $80 per seat (see solid black seats on the chart). Premium seats are available for $100 per seat (see solid orange seats on the chart).
PLEASE NOTE: There will be an opportunity to suggest table mates when purchasing tickets. We will try our best to comply with your request with this same ticket holder. FULL TABLE RESERVATIONS ARE AVAILABLE
Date & Time
Sun, Oct 19, 2025 1:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Venue Details
Marriott Hotel Owings Mill Metro Centre
10101 Grand Central AvenueOwings Mills, Maryland 21117
