WASHINGTON, DC | June 5, 2023 - Bourbon Steak DC is thrilled to announce its
partnership with renowned local artist, Maggie O'Neill, launching a vibrant installation,
“The Liberty of Color,” on the restaurant's intimate outdoor patio and a collection of
her original artwork throughout the hotel lobby and Bourbon Steak. Debuting on June
25 as part of Pride and to kick off summer, the installation will celebrate individuality
and diversity, creating an inclusive and colorful home for an ongoing summer series,
seasonal specials and more.
Maggie O'Neill’s lively works will showcase every hue of the rainbow, transforming the
Bourbon Steak patio into a vivid oasis, featuring two 8 feet tall, hand-painted Lady
Liberty statues, a large drip flag and a suspended disco ball installation. The works
will invite guests to “Pledge Allegiance to Color,” symbolizing unity and embracing the
beauty of diversity.
“By pledging allegiance to color, we give ourselves permission to live authentically and
joyfully,” said Maggie O’Neill. “‘The Liberty of Color' celebrates the freedom and
intrinsic beauty of individualism, bringing joy and delight through visual art. The
collection of sculptures, paintings, accessories and the overhead installation both
literally and figuratively celebrate the colorful nature of our nation, our city and our
community.”
Amplifying the stunning visual elements, the adorned Bourbon Steak patio will
transform into a lively celebration of summer and all things colorful, with DJs
performing every Sunday from 4 to 7pm, June 25 through Labor Day weekend. Guests
will not only be immersed in the brilliant installation and celebratory sounds, but will
have the opportunity to sample seasonal, patio-only dishes and an array of colorful
specialty cocktails.
Marc Bromley, the Regional Vice President and General Manager at Four Seasons
Hotel, Washington expressed overwhelming excitement as he announced the
collaboration with Maggie O'Neill. “Together, we honor the diverse community that
resides within the heart of DC. Through the gorgeous, multicolored display that
Maggie and her team have created, our tranquil patio will undergo a transformation,
becoming a destination for celebrations, inviting our community to toast to their
individuality throughout the summer and beyond.”
Doubling down on the Four Seasons’ commitment to inclusivity, the hotel will be
extending its existing partnership with Worthy Mentoring, a local nonprofit that
connects mentors and mentees in the LGBTQ+ Community. Bourbon Steak will be
donating $1 from every cocktail purchased at "The Liberty of Color'' event series to
the organization, supporting their work to provide a safe platform for LGBTQ+ people
to seek personal guidance, advice, support, and friendship
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