The Lone Star Flight Museum was transformed into a Roman celebration reminiscent of the Eternal City with beautiful floral displays, Italian music floating in the air, and living Roman statues setting the mood. The night was dedicated to honoring Scott Rozzell, Immediate Past Board Chairman of the museum with a Lifetime Achievement Award recognizing his decades of stewardship, leadership and longtime support of the museum. 

Event highlights include:

• Raising nearly $670,000 to support the museum’s STEM-related programs, educational mission, exhibits and aircraft.
• In addition to CenterPoint Energy, the gala was also graciously supported by Joan Skipper and Ed Peine, Bette and Ralph Thomas, Anthony W. Hall, Jr., Million Air, and many others.
• Khambrel Marshall, a longtime friend of Rozzell and former KPRC Channel 2 Meteorologist and Houston Newsmakers host served as master of ceremonies.
• Gala co-chairs Cheryl Boblitt King and Bill King, Penny and Dennis Murphree, Diane and Steve Biegel and the museum Board of Directors welcomed more than 400 guests and supporters.
• City of Houston Mayor, the Honorable John Whitmire was in attendance and spoke of Scott’s dedication to the museum, his successful, trailblazing career and longstanding friendship they have had over the years. He commended the work of the museum staff and its impact in promoting STEM education and careers to Houston-area students.