Windy City Strut

With Dandy Wellington

September 27, 2025
7:00pm-11:00pm

Doors at 7:00pm

🎩 🎶 The International Museum of Surgical Science proudly presents a three-day celebration with Dandy Wellington and his band—featuring cocktails, conversations, concerts, and more!

Set against the backdrop of our historic Lakefront mansion, the weekend highlights the music and style of the Gilded Age with vintage-inspired tours, panels on classic fashion and lifestyle, and performances that channel the vibrant sounds of 1920s Chicago and Harlem jazz.

🕺 Saturday Night Highlights:
Join us at 7:00 PM for a spirited evening of live music, dancing, food, and drinks with the iconic Dandy Wellington and his band. Enjoy an unforgettable night of vintage glamour in one of Chicago’s most unique historic settings.

🎟️ Tickets:
General admission includes entry to the event, refreshments, and four complimentary drink tickets. Space is limited—advance purchase is strongly recommended!

Tickets:

7:00pm-11:00pm

• The Dandy Wellington Band, Early-Bird (Ends August 1st) – $95
• The Dandy Wellington Band, Presale – $115
• The Dandy Wellington Band, GA (at Door) – $125

About Dandy – Presenter, Moderator, Panelist:

For over 15 years, Dandy Wellington has captivated audiences and facilitated meaningful conversations from behind the microphone. Whether hosting corporate events for AirBnB and Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, moderating panel discussions on the RMs Queen Mary II, or conducting one-on-one interviews with Dita Von Teese and Paula Sutton at Goodwood Revival, Dandy brings an authentic and seasoned approach that fosters deep connections with guests and enhances the integrity of events.

As an emcee, Dandy Wellington has, since 2009, been the voice of corporate gatherings, weddings, vintage and variety events at breathtaking venues such as The Beaker Palm Beach, The Rainbow Room, The Beverly Hills Hotel, Grand Hotel Tremezzo in Lake Como, Italy and more. His clients include but are not limited to Elan Artists, The Plaza Hotel, The Great Gatsby Party, Scarlet Entertainment, The Galveston Historic Foundation, Prohibition Productions, Dances of Vice, The Champagne Riot, The 1940s Ball, and The Soapbox Presents.

As a panelist and interviewer, Dandy has engaged in discussions with academics, historians, stylists and influencers – including Shantrelle P. Lewis, Monica L. Miller, Ph.D., Douglas Jones, Ph.D., Justin J, Natty Adams, Jessica Kellgren-Fozard, Raissa Bretana, Quentin Thrash and Alphonso McClendon – at venues such as the National Museum of African Art, Smithsonian Institution; and the Fashion Institute of Technology

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