NLSM 2016 Polo Classic Sponsorship folder

NATIONAL SPORTING LIBRARY & MUSEUM

preserving, promoting, and sharing the literature, art, and culture of equestrian, angling, and field sports

Great Expectations at Great Meadow BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS Manuel H. Johnson Chairman

Jacqueline B. Mars Vice Chairman

Claire Reid Treasurer

Cathy M. Brentzel Secretary

DIRECTORS Mimi Abel Smith Hector Alcalde Joseph E. Aulisi Bradley J. Bondi Frank A. Bonsal, Jr. B. Tim Brookshire Donald G. Calder Natalie M. Epstein Helen K. Groves James I. Harrison, III Lawrence E. Kurzius Clarke Ohrstrom Jacqueline L. Ohrstrom Gayden Parker Lorian Peralta-Ramos F. Turner Reuter, Jr. ADVISORY Dorothy Lee Pierre Manigault Catherine Murdock

The National Sporting Library & Museum’s 6th Annual Polo Classic, to be held Sunday, September 11, 2016, will be both classy and memorable. It is an honor to chair this premier fundraiser for the National Sporting Library & Museum which celebrates its mission – preserving, promoting, and sharing the literature, art, and culture of equestrian, angling, and field sports – and to be part of this world class event. For 2016, we are thrilled to hold the event, for the first time ever, at Great Meadow in The Plains, Virginia.

Great Meadow is recognized as an important equestrian sporting center in the United States. Home to many events throughout its season, Great Meadow hosts the highly regarded International Gold Cup, and, later this year, will host the first ever Fédération Equestre Internationale Nations Cup Eventing competition held outside Europe. That event will be the final outing for the US Eventing Team before going to the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. At this venue, we can expand the event and preserve the intimacy of viewing top-flight polo on the edge of the playing field. Two matches, each four-chukker affairs, will be played on the Sheila C. Johnson Grass Polo Field, set in truly gorgeous rolling Virginia countryside. Patrons will enjoy a fine, seated luncheon and superb viewing from the Founders’ Pavilion, and tailgaters will savor fieldside positions along the boards.

The 6th Annual Polo Classic will share the rich equestrian legacy of the two organizations and burnish The Classic’s credentials in the world of polo. I hope you consider becoming a sponsor for such an elegant and worthy endeavor.

Wishing you the very best, Juliana E. May Chair, NSLM 6th Annual Polo Classic

Melanie L. Mathewes Executive Director

PO Box 1335 | 102 The Plains Road |Middleburg, Virginia 20118 | Phone (540) 687-6542 | Fax (540) 446-0071 | www.NationalSporting.org National Sporting Library & Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Federal Tax ID# 54-6053663.

NATIONAL SPORTING

LIBRARY & MUSEUM

2015 SCORE SHEET 4 publications (exhibition catalogs & books) 7 special exhibitions with 200 loans of artwork 10 John H. Daniels Fellows supported 27 partnerships created with area non-profits and local schools 60 public programs, 2,500 attendees 60 archival collections of photographs, letters, diaries, and papers 128 new members for a total of 534 members 200 library guests assisted 1,000 works of art 2,000 Facebook views per post, 80 posts, 1,400 likes 5,900 attendees of tours, programs & events 11,000 blog views reaching 74 countries 13,000 website visits 26,000 books in collections

Sketches by Paul Brown

Edward Troye exhibition

John H. Daniels Fellow, Collin McKinney

Digital photo & book preservation Open Late concert

Sunday Sketch program

102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, 20117 | 540.687.6542 | NationalSporting.org

Sparkling Wine Sponsor - $5,000

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 1 available | $4,600 tax deductible

- One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the awards ceremony - Company name placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Tickets for two to Luncheon - Place promotional materials in gift bag

Sunday, September 11, 2016

Event Sponsor - $30,000

Best Playing Pony Presenting Sponsor (Match 1) - $5,000

1 available | $4,600 tax deductible has the right to:

- Logo placement on the saddle pad - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the awards ceremony - Company name placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Tickets for two to Luncheon - Place promotional materials in gift bag Best Playing Pony Presenting Sponsor (Match 2) - $5,000

1 available | $4,600 tax deductible has the right to:

Best Tailgate Award Presenting Sponsor - $2,500 has the right to :

Best Hat Award Presenting Sponsor - $1,500 has the right to :

1 available | $28,000 tax deductible

- Brand the Event with Corporate logo - One banner inside the Founders Pavilion - Two Full-page color advertisements in event program - One predetermined announcement during the match - Press release announcing partnership and listed in additional press releases thereafter - Logo placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Table for ten at Luncheon - Invitations to reception hosted by Jacqueline B. Mars on Friday, September 9, 2016 - Invitations to Sponsor reception hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at Salamander Resort & Spa - Place promotional materials in gift bag

2 available | $2,500 tax deductible

- Name placement on the award (Best Theme & Best Overall) - One Half-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the awards ceremony - Company name placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players

has the right to :

Wine & Luncheon Sponsor - $25,000

- Logo placement on the saddle pad - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the awards ceremony - Company name placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Tickets for two to Luncheon - Place promotional materials in gift bag

6th Annual PoloClassic

has the right to :

2 available | $1,500 tax deductible

- Name placement on the award - One Half-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the awards ceremony - Company name placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players

has the right to :

1 available | $23,000 tax deductible

- Brand the Luncheon with Corporate logo - One banner inside the Founders Pavilion - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the match - Be mentioned in press releases - Logo placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Table for ten at Luncheon - Invitations to reception hosted by Jacqueline B. Mars on Friday, September 9, 2016 - Invitations to Sponsor reception hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at Salamander Resort & Spa - Place promotional materials in gift bag Gift Bag Sponsor - $25,000

has the right to :

1 available | $23,000 tax deductible

- Brand LL Bean Canvas Bags with Corporate logo - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the match - Be mentioned in press releases - Logo placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Table for ten at Luncheon - Invitations to reception hosted by Jacqueline B. Mars on Friday, September 9, 2016 - Invitations to Sponsor reception hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at Salamander Resort & Spa - Place promotional materials in gift bag

Founders Pavilion Sponsor - $20,000

has the right to :

1 available | $18,000 tax deductible

- Brand Founders Pavilion with Corporate logo - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the match - Be mentioned in press releases - Logo placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Table for ten at Luncheon - Invitations to reception hosted by Jacqueline B. Mars on Friday, September 9, 2016 - Invitations to Sponsor reception hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at Salamander Resort & Spa - Place promotional materials in gift bag Poster & Print Exhibition Sponsor - $20,000

1 available | $18,000 tax deductible

has the right to :

- Name listed at bottom of poster - Name/logo featured on all exhibition marketing (printed and digital) - Logo incorporated into exhibition signage - Sign with Name/Logo at exhibition opening reception (supplied by sponsor) - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the match - Be mentioned in press releases - Logo placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Table for ten at Luncheon - Invitation to reception hosted by Jacqueline B. Mars on Friday, September 9, 2016 - Invitation to Sponsor reception hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at Salamander Resort & Spa - Place promotional materials in gift bag Salon Sponsor I

has the right to :

- Brand one Salon area with Corporate logo - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the match - Be mentioned in press releases - Logo placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Tickets for two to Luncheon - Invitations to reception hosted by Jacqueline B. Mars on Friday, September 9, 2016 - Invitations to Sponsor reception hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at Salamander Resort & Spa - Place promotional materials in gift bag

has the right to :

1 available | $14,200 tax deductible

- Brand one Salon area with Corporate logo - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the match - Be mentioned in press releases - Logo placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Tickets for two to Luncheon - Invitations to reception hosted by Jacqueline B. Mars on Friday, September 9, 2016 - Invitations to Sponsor reception hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at Salamander Resort & Spa - Place promotional materials in gift bag

has the right to :

1 available | $14,200 tax deductible

- Present the Mars Cup with Jacqueline B. Mars to the winning team of Match 1 - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the awards ceremony - Be mentioned in press releases - Logo placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Tickets for two to Luncheon - Invitations to reception hosted by Jacqueline B. Mars on Friday, September 9, 2016 - Invitations to Sponsor reception hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at Salamander Resort & Spa - Place promotional materials in gift bag Founders Cup Trophy Presentation Sponsor - $15,000

has the right to :

1 available | $14,200 tax deductible

- Present the NSLM Founders Cup with Dr. Manuel H. Johnson, NSLM Chairman of the Board, to the winning team of Match 2 - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the awards ceremony - Be mentioned in press releases - Logo placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Tickets for two to Luncheon - Invitations to reception hosted by Jacqueline B. Mars on Friday, September 9, 2016 - Invitations to Sponsor reception hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at Salamander Resort & Spa - Place promotional materials in gift bag Tailgating Sponsor - $15,000

1 available

Salon Sponsor II - $15,000

Mars Cup Trophy Presentation Sponsor - $15,000

has the right to :

1 available | $14,200 tax deductible

- Presence at the tailgate tent - Brand tailgate tent with Corporate logo - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the match - Be mentioned in press releases - Logo placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Tickets for two to Luncheon - Invitations to reception hosted by Jacqueline B. Mars on Friday, September 9, 2016 - Invitations to Sponsor reception hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at Salamander Resort & Spa - Place promotional materials in gift bag MVP Presenting Sponsor - $15,000

has the right to :

2 available | $14,200 tax deductible

- Placement on the award - One Full-page color advertisement in event program - One predetermined announcement during the awards ceremony - Be mentioned in press releases - Logo placement on NSLM website with link back to sponsor’s website - Have photo taken with players - Tickets for two to Luncheon - Invitations to reception hosted by Jacqueline B. Mars on Friday, September 9, 2016 - Invitations to Sponsor reception hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at Salamander Resort & Spa - Place promotional materials in gift bag

NSLM HISTORY, MEMBERSHIP, & COLLECTIONS

6th Annual PoloClassic Sunday, September 11, 2016

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he National Sporting Library & Museum (NSLM) is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and sharing the literature, art, and culture of equestrian, angling, and field sports. This mission has served to guide the NSLM since its foundation in 1954 by George L. Ohrstrom, Sr. and Alexander Mackay-Smith. A research Library and fine art Museum, the NSLM sits on an idyllic campus in Middleburg, Virginia. From this lovely spot in the heart of Virginia’s hunt country, the NSLM brings the tradition of turf and field sports to its members and visitors via compelling programs, events, and exhibitions.

The mission of the NSLM is

supported through members who enjoy a rich program of benefits, in addition to keeping the history and culture of sporting pursuits alive for future generations.

Member benefits include free admission to Museum exhibitions, invitations to NSLM events like exhibition openings and book

signings, lectures, and hands-on workshops, and a subscription to the NSLM quarterly newsletter.

Special tours with staff give members an inside look at the Library’s unique collections, and the Museum’s loan exhibitions and permanent art collection.

NSLM COLLECTIONS

• 26,000 books about angling, horsemanship, shooting, steeplechasing, foxhunting, flat racing, polo, coaching, and wildlife • 5,000 rare books spanning 500 years of sporting history • 60 archival collections of photographs, letters, diaries, and papers spanning more than 100 years of sporting history • 400 fine art pieces including artwork by Herbert Haseltine, Edward Troye, Sir Alfred Munnings, and many others Left: Nic Fiddian-Green (British, b. 1963), Still Water, 2011 hammered lead with copper rivets on an oak base, 9 feet tall, NSLM Collection.

Right: Detail from Shokubako [On Horse Ornaments], by Matoba Katsumi, and printed in 1857, 11 years before the close of Japan’s Edo period. National Sporting Library & Museum, acquired 1999, the gift of John H. and Martha Daniels. Held in the F. Ambrose Clark Rare Book Room. (more)

The Poetical Works of Thomas Campbell, London, Edward Maxon, 1840. National Sporting Library & Museum, the gift of John H. and Martha Daniels.

Held in the F. Ambrose Clark Rare Book Room.

English School, mid to late 19th Century Fishing Scene, Fore-edge painting, fanned to the right.

Riding to Hounds on Long Island, 1886 by Theodore Roosevelt (18581919). National Sporting Library & Museum, acquired 1994, the gift of John H. and Martha Daniels. Held in the F. Ambrose Clark Rare Book Room. Roosevelt’s essay was published in the July 1886 issue of The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine.

SIDE-BY-SIDE

with Gun & Dog

Side-by-Side with Gun & Dog, on view September 25, 2015 March 20, 2016 at the NSLM, explores the quintessential relationship between gunning enthusiasts and gun dogs in eighteenth- through twentieth-century British, European, and American portraits and landscapes. This ambitious loan exhibition organized by the NSLM brings together over forty paintings and sculpture from public and private collections by such important artists as: Benjamin Marshall, Richard Ansdell, Thomas Hewes Hinckley, Charles Olivier de Penne, William Tylee Ranney, Arthur Burdett Frost, Arthur Fitzwilliam Tait, and Percival Rosseau.

Above: Benjamin Marshall (British, 1767-1835) Portrait of a Sportsman, Possibly Richard Prince, 1825/6, oil on canvas, 40 x 34 inches, Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection Right: George Haugh (British, 1777-1818) The Countess of Effingham with Gun and Shooting Dogs, 1787, oil on canvas 17 Âź x 15 inches, Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

The works represent many changes over time. Among these differences are: nationalities, participants, dog breeds, conformation (the shape or structure of an animal), firearms technology, game laws, types of game, the landscape, and artistic styles. The exhibition explores these changes, but at the same time reinforces the foundation of the sport - the rapport between the human figure and the canine which remains a constant throughout.

SIGNATURE POLO EVENT

6th Annual PoloClassic Sunday, September 11, 2016

Pre-Play Traditions

Exciting Polo Play

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Stylish Spectators

Savory Fare

GREAT MEADOW - A WORLD-CLASS VENUE

Photo courtesy of Robert Banner.

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he National Sporting Library & Museum (NSLM) will hold its 6th Annual Polo Classic at Great Meadow in The Plains, Virginia on Sunday, September 11, 2016.

Great Meadow has been home to the renowned Virginia Gold Cup race since 1985 and has quickly developed into a world-class equestrian center; hosting the first Nations Cup of Eventing ever held in America. This summer, the Nations Cup event is the final outing of the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team before competing at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The 200-acre site is also host to steeplechasing, Twilight Polo, and many other equestrian and community activities. The grounds contain four ponds, an open air stadium, The Sheila C. Johnson Grass Polo Field, and space for public and private events and activities.

Thirty years ago, news executive and philanthropist Arthur W. “Nick” Arundel stood in front of failed

Fleming Farm, then a bankrupt dairy farm, slated for sale. What he saw was more than a permanent home for The Virginia Gold Cup, which had recently lost its host site in Warrenton to subdivision development. He had a far larger vision. Arundel wanted to create a park dedicated to the preservation of open space and the potential to show others why that was so important.

After purchasing the land, and garnering the support of like-minded friends, Arundel established the Great Meadow Foundation which owns and operates Great Meadow. He saw a stage on which Virginia’s finest resources could be showcased and a calendar full of events for all who embrace the great outdoors. It would begin with The Virginia Gold Cup and grow from there.

To learn more about Great Meadow, visit GreatMeadow. org. For more information about the NSLM’s 6th Annual Polo Classic, visit NationalSporting.org.