Inns of Distinction Gala

About the Event

The Inns of Distinction Gala recognizes high performing American Inns of Court from across the nation that have achieved excellence in Inn management and programming. Inn leaders will gather at the Supreme Court of the United States to celebrate their accomplishments in advancing professionalism in the legal community through exemplary Inn programming and meaningful member engagement.

Schedule
Friday, July 25, 2025
 6:00 -- 8:00 p.m.
Pegasus Scholarships Celebration Reception

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM 
Pegasus Scholarship Program Celebration at the Army and Navy Club 
 

This optional evening event at the beautiful and historic Army and Navy Club on Farragut Square will be an evening of celebration of the Pegasus Scholarship program.  Tickets are limited and are an optional add-on to your registration.  Beverages, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres are included. Already registered for the Gala? Be sure to update your itinerary and buy your tickets to the Pegasus celebration at the Army and Navy Club. Please note the club’s requirements for appropriate attire.

Saturday, July 26, 2025
 8:00 -- 10:00 a.m.
Leadership Networking Breakfast 

Join your fellow Inn leaders over breakfast for casual conversations about Inn strategic planning, program development, mentoring and more.  This breakfast event is included in your registration and kicks off at 8:00 AM at our headquarters hotel, The Mayflower, Washington DC.  

7:00 AM to 9:00 AM:  
Leadership Networking Breakfast 
Join your fellow Inn leaders over breakfast for casual conversations about Inn strategic planning, program development, mentoring and more.  This breakfast event is included in your registration and kicks off at 7:00 AM at our headquarters hotel, The Mayflower, Washington DC.  

Your afternoon is free to explore Washington DC.

5:00 PM- 9:00 PM 
The Inns of Distinction Gala at the Supreme Court of the United States 
5:00 -- 9:00 p.m.
The Inns of Distinction Gala at the Supreme Court of the United States
5:00 PM- 9:00 PM 
The Inns of Distinction Gala at the Supreme Court of the United States 
5:00 PM- 9:00 PM 
The Inns of Distinction Gala at the Supreme Court of the United States 


The gala is a black-tie event that begins with a cocktail reception in the East and West Conference rooms of the Supreme Court of the United States, followed by dinner and a recognition program in the Great Hall.

The 2025 Inns of Distinction Gala, will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025 to recognize Inns that have achieved Platinum distinction in the 2024–2025 Achieving Excellence program as well as Inns receiving 2025 Program Awards. Limited seats remain—Register Now!

Hotel Accommodations

We have secured a group hotel room block for the 2025 gala at the Mayflower Hotel.  Click here to make your hotel reservation. 

The Experience…



“Having the opportunity to serve as President of the Earl E. O'Connor Inn of Court is one of the greatest honors I have received in my lifetime, and I cannot imagine a more exciting experience than celebrating our Inn at the U.S. Supreme Court. To spend an evening with other Inn representatives across the country who share the same passion for civility and excellence in the practice of law was a delight. I was blown away by the talent on display from various Inns for their educational programs, and I cannot wait to take back some of what I learned to my Inn. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who is so fortunate to have the opportunity to attend.”

—Megan Stumph-Turner, Esq.
Earl E. O'Connor American Inn of Court, President, 2024–2025
Prairie Village, Kansas

Registration

Don’t miss this opportunity to be among the select few who can experience this once-in-a-lifetime moment.

Reserve your seat today and join us this summer in Washington, DC, for this prestigious gala!

Cancellations

Please note that cancellations received prior to Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. EDT will receive a full refund of the registration fee.  Cancellations received after that date and time will not receive a refund.