The Peconic Land Trust hosted A Legacy in Bloom, a dinner that drew a philanthropic crowd to Omar’s at La Goulue on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. The enchanting, garden-inspired evening blended elegance with purpose—celebrating conservation while engaging the next generation of land stewards.
Chaired by Natalie Glaser and Jesse Williamson, the event brought together conservation supporters and cultural figures united by a shared commitment to preserving the natural beauty and agricultural heritage of Long Island. The host committee, united by a passion for land and legacy, included Georgina Bloomberg, Sylvia Channing, Elijah and Katy Duckworth-Schachter, Kaitlin Flynn, Amanda Starbuck Hanlan and Trey Hanlan, Harry LeFrak, Caroline Meade, Matt Raynes, Nicole Rubin, Donna Simonelli, Peter Smith, Jonathan and Lizzie Tisch, and George Wells.
Omar Hernandez, renowned international creative director for hospitality, set the stage against a candlelit, floral-filled backdrop, guests mingled in an atmosphere that reflected the spirit of the Trust’s mission—where land, legacy, and community converge.
More than a celebration, the evening served as a call to action: to inspire stewardship, cultivate awareness, and invest in the future of protected landscapes. A Legacy in Bloom highlighted the Peconic Land Trust’s ongoing commitment to conservation through education and meaningful engagement.
Photography by BFA
