Go Inside Cooper's Founders' Ball 17 photos Next GalleryPhotos From Whitney and Shep's Housewarming Party 10683096 Charleston was once known for being an outpost for aristocracy, at least according to Cooper. 10683101 Could Shep finally have found the one--or the one for tonight? 10683106 Thomas arrives early to the Ball to shake hands, but we don't know how happy Kathryn will be that he went to the Ball without her. 10683111 Queen Patricia has arrived in her signature kaftan gown. 10683116 Welcome to Charleston's First Annual Founders' Ball. 10683121 The special guests are even wearing jewels for the occasion. 10683126 The night was filled with Southern food, music, and charm! 10683131 Cooper restores Charleston to its golden age for the night. 10683136 Bringing an escort was a must for the event! 10683141 Landon looks absolutely glamorous, while Whitney rocks his signature unimpressed stare. 10683146 Everyone danced the night away at the Founders' Ball. 10683151 Kathryn is ready for her fairy tale evening. 10683156 Was Southern food even a question at a party like this? 10683161 It may not be Truman Capote's Black and White Ball, but it's a start! 10683166 The belle of the ball has finally arrived, and she has bangs! 10683171 No hand is left unshaken by T-Rav. 10683176 A picture-perfect night! 10683181 The man of the hour! Cooper put this fabulous ball together in honor of America's most historic city. 10683186 Thomas was in full-on campaign mode. Previous Pause Next 1 of 19