The Polk Ball 2026
Coming September 2026!
Stay tuned for upcoming information about the Polk Ball 2026!
The Mission
The Polk Ball supports the mission of the President James K. Polk Memorial Association, which operates, maintains and preserves the Polk Home, its grounds, properties and collection. The Polk Home’s staff strives to educate the public about the life, times and legacy of James and Sarah Polk.
The Ball
The Polk Ball, one of Middle Tennessee’s premier charity events, is a black tie gala benefiting the James K. Polk Association. Founded in 1986 by Columbia natives Mrs. William Fleming (Sheila), Mrs. Don Crichton (Eva James) and Ms. Barbara Jackson, the Ball now in its 38th year, is a principal source of funding for the President James K. Polk Home and Museum.
A biennial event, the Ball includes an evening of elegant dining and dancing on the grounds of a selected Maury County historic home, and is attended by Polk members and their guests.
