I'LL TAKE MANHATTAN!

Join us in 2026 for a three-day celebration of Pan Am’s myriad international flights out of JFK (previously Idlewild) that connected the United States to the rest of the world. Pan Am’s impact helped cement New York City’s global stature as THE place to visit and conduct business.

We’ll enjoy cocktails on Thursday, October 8th at our evening welcome party. On Friday, take in the sights, shop, visit NYC’s famed museums, or sign up for a one of the walking tours being offered, before joining us for the evening at our annual gala, themed “I’ll Take Manhattan”. Saturday offers another opportunity to enjoy our walking tours, as well as a cruise up the Hudson River that evening. If you’ve never visited the Pan Am Museum, take advantage of a special tour that will be offered on Sunday. Stay tuned for details!

Come for a weekend of Pan Am nostalgia and fun in the Big Apple … you won’t be disappointed!

Thursday, October 8, 2026 - Saturday, October 10, 2026

"I'll Take Manhattan" Gala October 9, 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Days To Go!

Event Tickets

Please check back for ticket information. We anticipate that tickets will become available in mid- to late January.

Sheraton Times Square

811 7th Avenue, W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019
Hotel Rates TBA

Included in your ticket is a wine reception followed by a sit-down dinner, guest speaker, live entertainment, silent auction, dancing, and more!

Please note: A mandatory 5% Suffolk County (SMC) admission tax will be added to all ticket purchases.

Pan Am Museum Foundation members must access the member portal to secure discounted member pricing.

Member Pricing $250 per person

Member pricing is limited to member and 1 guest

Non-Member Pricing $275 per person

SMC Admission Tax 5%

Please note that for this event, located within the city of Seattle, there is a mandatory 5% admission tax added to all ticket sales

2025 Pan Am Gala Brochure Ad Space

Ad Submissions deadline: July 31, 2025

Secure your spot today to showcase your brand to a wide audience in a beautifully crafted publication that celebrates this special event.

Please note that this does not grant admission to the event.

Gala 2025 Ad Spec Sheet

Questions about pricing or payment?

Please email info@thepanammuseum.org

Questions about advertisement artwork?

Please email colieworld@gmail.com

2025 Pan Am Gala Sponsorship Opportunities

Become a Pan Am Gala Sponsor at the Sept. 4th celebration!
Sponsors will receive a wide array of publicity and advertising exposure and will have access to a valuable network of discriminating travelers and consumers in addition to a broad range of social media outreach programs.

For further information – please contact Pat Smith – psmith@thepanammuseum.org – 972-355-6050

PAMF 2025 Gala Sponsorship Cover Letter

PAMF Gala 2025 - Sponsorship Application

PAMF Gala 2025 - Sponsorship Fact Sheet and Sponsorship Levels

Renaissance Seattle Hotel

The Renaissance Seattle Hotel is located in downtown Seattle, Washington.

515 Madison Street, Seattle, Washington 98104

CANCELLATIONS MADE LESS THAN 72 HOURS (3 DAYS) PRIOR TO ARRIVAL ARE SUBJECT TO ONE NIGHTS ROOM AND TAX FEE ON THE CREDIT CARD USED TO MAKE RESERVATION.

If you have questions or need additional help making your reservation please send an email to reservations@renaissanceseattle.com and they will reach out within two business days.

Guestroom rate includes complimentary tier 1 WIFI, 10% discount in the 515 Lounge, and 20% off overnight self-parking per night, regularly $60.00. Parking discount does not apply towards valet. Please note garage has a height clearance of 6’2.

To request a specific bed type (King or 2 doubles), please enter this information in the “Room Request and Accessibility” Dropdown box at the Bottom of the “Complete your Booking” page.