PALM BEACH ZOO & CONSERVATION SOCIETY
LIVE AUCTION
January 30, 2026
Your generosity during the live auction at Tropical Safari supports the Zoo’s wildlife-saving programs both at Palm Beach Zoo and in the wild. Proceeds provide the resources to reshape the future for big cats, protecting apex predators and other wildlife on a scale that truly matters. Be the winning bidder and save wildlife!
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LIVE AUCTION
WAITING GAME
36”
X
48” OIL ON CANVAS
BY STAN KAMINSKI, R.B.S.A., W.N.A.G. (B. 1952)
Findlay Galleries is proud to donate an original painting by internationally acclaimed wildlife artist Stan Kaminski, whose paintings are sought after by collectors worldwide. Kaminski’s artworks have been distinguished by prestigious honors, including a First Prize at the Solomon Whitehead National Painting Competition, a First Prize for Wildlife at Jane Powell Gallery, and a Silver Medal from the Wildlife Art Society’s annual exhibition. His achievements were crowned with the Beatrice Turner Prize for Excellence from the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists, affirming his standing as one of the leading figures in contemporary wildlife painting.
In Waiting Game, Kaminski masterfully captures the quiet intensity of a big cat at rest within its rugged, rocky habitat. Through his exceptional command of light, texture, and fine detail, the artist invites viewers into an intimate and contemplative encounter with wildlife.
Generously Donated By Findlay Galleries, James R. Borynack and Adolfo Zaralegui.
Value: $45,000
Winning bid over fair market value of $45,000 is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by the IRS. Restrictions apply.
RARE AND FINE WINE
SIX BOTTLES OF 1959 CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION
The perfectly aged set contains six bottles of the finest Château Haut-Brion from the 1959 harvest. This prestigious wine will enhance the collection of true wine connoisseurs. Uncork this rare vintage wine, or savor it for years to come. Given the rarity and value of this collection, these bottles are in pristine condition due to being kept in a wine cellar since bottling.
Generously Donated By Michele &
Howard Kessler.
LIVE AUCTION
Value: $21,600
Winning bid over fair market value of $21,600 is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by the IRS. Restrictions apply.
LIVE AUCTION A WILD NIGHT
TABLE 26 DINNER AT PALM BEACH ZOO FOR 26 GUESTS
Our friends at Table 26 bring you a wild night out for up to 26 guests at the Zoo. Enjoy a cocktail hour with an open bar and a luscious three-course dinner prepared by Table 26’s Chef Martha and a selection of fine wine. Your table will be beautifully set with floral arrangements, and the DJ will have you and your guests dancing under the stars. Throughout the evening, your party will meet some of the Zoo’s animal residents.
Generously Donated By Table 26, Eddie Schmidt & Ozzie Medeiros; Animal Encounters by Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society
Value: $10,000
Winning bid over fair market value of $10,000 is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by the IRS. Restrictions apply.
Date to be agreed upon by winning bidder, Table 26 and Palm Beach Zoo.
ULTIMATE ANIMAL EXPERIENCE AT PALM BEACH ZOO
A VIP DAY OF WILD SURPRISES WITH STAFF-ONLY ACCESS TO THE ZOO FOR UP TO SIX PEOPLE
Embark on a wild adventure at Palm Beach Zoo, where every visit saves wildlife! Enjoy an amazing staff-only access experience for up to six guests starting with an up-close animal encounter. Go behind-the-scenes into the commissary kitchen and prepare nutritious diets for animal residents. Meet the Zoo’s stellar veterinary team and tour our leading-edge animal hospital. You may feed a tapir, see a jaguar training session or give a giant anteater a treat. Get close to bear brothers Lewis and Clark or meet Florida panther Sassy and sloth Fern.
Some animal experiences may vary based on zoologist recommendation and age of guests (or participating children). Animal experiences and schedule subject to change. Blackout dates apply. Dates available through 2026.
Wildly Donated By Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society.
Value: $5,000
Winning bid over fair market value of $5,000 is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by the IRS. Restrictions apply.
LIVE AUCTION
LIVE AUCTION NAME A CHARACTER IN AN UPCOMING JAMES PATTERSON BOOK
BE PART OF A STORY THAT WILL BE ENJOYED FOR YEARS TO COME
This rare opportunity invites you to name a character in an upcoming book by James Patterson, the most popular storyteller of our time. The winning bidder will have their chosen name appear in the published work, creating a lasting connection to a story as it comes to life. It’s a thoughtful and memorable way to be woven into a narrative that will reach readers around the world.
Generously Donated By James Patterson.
Value: Priceless!
Winning bid is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by the IRS. Restrictions apply.
Photo Credit: Stephanie Diani
EXCLUSIVE GOURMET DINING
EXPERIENCE WITH BRET BAIER,
Fox News Chief Political Anchor And Best-Selling Author
CATERED BY NOSH CATERING & EVENTS
LIVE AUCTION
Limited seats available! Raise your paddle to secure your place at an intimate dining experience and an extraordinary evening with acclaimed journalist Bret Baier. Guests will savor a meticulously curated three-course dinner, crafted to perfection in a private home by Nosh Catering & Events, and paired with meaningful dialogue and connection. Date to be announced.
Cost: $10,000 per couple
Generously Donated By Amy & Bret Baier and Michele & Howard Kessler with Cuisine Provided by Nosh Catering & Events.
Value: $1,000 per couple
Winning bids over fair market value of $1,000 per couple are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by the IRS. Restrictions apply.
