The Auction at MCAD | Minneapolis College of Art and Design

The Auction at MCAD

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The Auction at MCAD

Thursday, May 16, 2024

Expand your collection by bidding on any of the fifty original artworks–all in support of student scholarships at MCAD.

For those joining our Premier Access event, you'll connect with auction artists, have a first peek at their works before bidding opens, sip at the signature Spritz Bar, and enjoy hearty appetizers from the evening's award-winning caterer Chowgirls. Before the main event begins, our Premier Access experience will feature hip-hop violinist Daniel Gilbert. And you'll have the chance to learn your fate with artist and tarot reader Kei Gratton.

For our Main Event, we have tasty bites by Chowgirls, a mix of cocktails from Bacardi Limited Brands, and live music by Current DJ Jake Rudh as you explore our galleries and bid on a curated selection of photography, sculpture, printwork, painting, and more. Then raise your paddle for the live auction and funding scholarships, hosted by Rusty Kath from Fladeboe Advancement.

Throughout the night, you can unwind in our special event lounge, imagined by the local design firm Prospect Refuge Studio. Also, explore one-of-a-kind installations from MCAD alumni Benjamin Currie '15, Zoe Cinel '18, MFA, and She She X Anh Tran '21.

Join us for an evening of stunning art, vibrant creativity, and support for student scholarships!

Silent Auction bidding begins Wednesday, May 15.

2024 Auction Committee Members

Auction Co-Chairs
Carol Mack
Heather Mattera
Roderic Southhall

Vice Chair
Sandra Rieger

Art Committee
Tara Dev, Co-Lead
Andrea Walker, Co-Lead
Anne Pollock
Sheryl Schwyhart
Rob Sherer
Ernest Williams

Sponsorship Committee
Carrie Fryman, Co-Lead
Aaron Mack, Co-Lead
Mallary Barr

Ticketing & Event Committee
Tiffanea Mulder, Co-Lead
Sandra Rieger, Co-Lead
Allison Bonnett
Megan Clawson
Sarah Doebler
Aimee Lagos
Jenny Myers
Anthony Serino
Ellie Sparling
Amy Wolford

Auction Artwork from Personal Collections
Jennifer Stattelman
Katharine L. Kelly
Sundaram Tagore Gallery
Cole Rogers and Carla McGrath

Thank you to our 2024 sponsors!

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Bank of America

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Beverage Sponsor

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Event Lounge Sponsor

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The Auction at MCAD has raised close to $2 million for MCAD scholarships over the last decade. That’s over 600 students who have seen their ambitions realized through an accessible MCAD education. Proceeds benefit Minneapolis College of Art and Design student scholarships. Learn more about our students.

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

Can't make it to the event? Donate to support MCAD student scholarships.

Interested in event sponsorship opportunities? Contact institutional_advancement@mcad.edu

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.