Photo credit: Neshan H. Naltchayan
Video credit: Brendan Kownacki & Janet Donovan
Diplomacy: “The art and practice of conducting negotiations between nations with skill in handling affairs without arousing hostility. It is the chief instrument of foreign policy. Beyond that, diplomacy seeks maximum national advantage without using force and preferably without causing resentment.” Merriam-Webster
Wyatt and Tandy Dickerson with Peter Duchin
The Meridian Ball is one of Washington’s most celebrated events, attended by public officials including Cabinet members, Supreme Court Justices, members of the U.S. Congress, foreign Ambassadors and representatives from the international business and cultural communities.
Bret Baier and Howard Fineman
The evening begins with intimate dinners hosted by foreign Ambassadors at their residences and embassies, as well as a dinner at Meridian’s White-Meyer House an architectural treasure listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Ashley Taylor and Amy Baier
After dinner, guests gathered for dancing and dessert at the Ball that plays a key role in helping Meridian generate awareness of and support for its mission. Proceeds from the Ball support Meridian’s global leadership exchanges, cultural activities, conferences, and seminars.
