Rooted in Community, Powered by Creativity

Join us for a dynamic morning of connection and creativity at the Art Breakfast,
a celebration of the artists, visionaries, and cultural changemakers who enrich
the fabric of Morris County. This reimagined gathering convenes makers,
entrepreneurs, educators, and community leaders to explore how the arts ignite
dialogue, foster belonging, and shape regional identity.

Through immersive experiences and inspiring conversations, we’ll spotlight the
arts as a catalyst for innovation, economic growth, and cross-sector collaboration.
Whether you’re a funder, creative business owner, or advocate for cultural vitality,
this event invites you to be part of a movement that honors tradition while imagining
bold new possibilities for our communities.

Why Attend?

• Connect with leaders driving creative placemaking and economic development
• Discover opportunities to invest in the arts as a tool for community transformation
• Celebrate the power of creativity to build bridges across disciplines and generations

Our Program

• 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM – Check-In / Breakfast, Explore Sponsor / Artist Display Tables
• 9:00 AM – 9:05 AM – Opening Remarks from President & CEO Meghan Hunscher, and Morris County Tourism Bureau
• 9:05 AM – 9:10 AM – Platinum Sponsor Remarks
• 9:10 AM – 9:30 AM – Keynote Address from Justin Kiczek, President & Executive Director, FM Kirby Foundation
• 9:30 AM – 9:45 AM – Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Performance
• 9:45 AM – 9:55 AM – Award Ceremony
• 9:55 AM – 10:00 AM – Closing Remarks
• 10:00 AM – Open Networking & Explore Sponsor / Artist Display Tables

Meet Our Keynote

Justin Kiczek: President & Executive Director, The FM Kirby Foundation

Meet Our Award Winners

• Barbara Reuther: Arts Education Visionary Award – Director of Arts in Education, Morris Arts
• Charles & Simone Craig: Heritage & Ancestry in the Arts Award – Founders, Art in the Atrium
• Danielle & Chris Merzatta: The Creative Business Award – Founders, Merzatta Jewelry
• Don Jay Smith: Lifetime Arts Impact Award – President, LKS Associates
• Julian Gomez: Heritage & Ancestry in the Arts Award – Founder, IDEA Cultural
• The Honorable Kevin O’Brien: Arts Advocacy Champion Award – Head Theatrical & Concert Rigger, MetLife Stadium
• Morris Museum: Innovative Arts Institution Award
• Atlantic Health System: Corporate Patron of the Arts Award

Meet Our Shakespeare Theatre of NJ Performers

• Dino Curia: Actor – Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
• Ryan N. Murray: Actor – Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey

Thank You To Our Sponsors!

Bronze (Non-Profits)

• Morris Arts
• New Jersey Ballet

Bronze

• NJ Natural Gas