The Auction at MCAD

Join us for MCAD’s annual fundraising event, where art, generosity, and community shine. With nearly fifty unique pieces up for bidding, this is your chance to expand your collection while directly supporting student scholarships and fueling creative forces.

Premier Access is your first chance to bid on incredible artwork, mingle with the artists, indulge in Paris Dining Club bites by Chef Jamie Malone, and experience the smooth sounds from The Riffin’ Trio before the main event.

The energy keeps flowing as DJ Don Greene spins the perfect soundtrack for an evening of art and celebration. Sip on handcrafted cocktails and mocktails, savor delicious Paris Dining Club bites, explore the galleries, and bid on a curated collection of photography, sculpture, printwork, painting, and more. Unwind in the imagined Prospect Refuge Studio Lounge, try your hand at our first-ever raffle, featuring artist Sean Garrison, and immerse yourself in interactive activations woven throughout the night.

Led by Auctioneer Christopher Hermann and Live Auction Director Rob Sherer of The Orange Advisory, this year’s live auction highlights powerful women’s voices in the MCAD community–Leslie Barlow ’16, MFA, Sara Suppan ’15, Pao Houa Her ’09, and faculty member Kim Benson. Raise your paddle and make an impact!

This is more than an auction—it’s a celebration of art, opportunity, talent, and generosity. Can’t wait to see you there!

Schedule of Events
5:30 p.m., Doors Open/Check-In Begins
6:00 p.m., Premier Access—Social Hour
6:30 p.m., PA Remarks + Silent Auction opens
7:00 p.m., Main Event
7:30 p.m., Live Auction and Support for Scholarships!
8:00 p.m., The party continues
9:00 p.m., Silent Auction closes