The Auction at MCAD | Minneapolis College of Art and Design

The Auction at MCAD

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 5:30 —9:30 p.m.
MCAD Main Gallery
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The Auction at MCAD

When Buying is Truly Giving

Saturday, April 18, 2026, 7:00–9:30 p.m.
Premier Access Social Hour: 6:00 p.m.

Need more art in your life? Eager to mix and mingle with others who share a passion for art? Want to lift up the next generation of the Twin Cities’ arts community? Well, this is the party you’ve been waiting for!

Come solo to the party or bring a group of your fun, art-loving friends, outbid others on nearly fifty pieces of art curated from across the country, and feel the joy of helping creative students who depend on scholarships.

Because of generous people like you, The Auction at MCAD has raised millions of dollars for student scholarships and continues to make a meaningful impact on the Twin Cities’ creative culture and beyond.

So save the date because your invitation is on its way!

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2026 Auction Committee Members

Auction Co-Chair
Sandra Rieger

Auction Vice Chairs
Carrie Fryman
Anne Pollock

Committee Members
Megan Clawson
Tara Dev
Jose Gonzalez-Mazurek
Aimee Lagos
Aaron Mack
Carol Mack
Tiffanea Mulder
Mary Beth George Puder
Jodi Reeb
Rob Sherer
Andrea Walker

Proceeds benefit Minneapolis College of Art and Design student scholarships. Learn more about our students. Can't make it to the event? Donate to support MCAD student scholarships.

Please reach out to events@mcad.edu with any questions.

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The Minneapolis College of Art and Design is a nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization. Your contribution to MCAD is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.