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The Auction at MCAD

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The Auction at MCAD

When buying is truly giving

Friday, May 30, 2025, 7:00–9:30 p.m.
Premier Access Social Hour: 6:00 p.m.

Expand your collection by bidding on any of the fifty original artworks–all in support of student scholarships 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, 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!

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2025 Auction Committee Members

Auction Co-Chairs
Carol Mack
Sandra Rieger

Vice Chair
Carrie Fryman

Art Committee
Tara Dev
Carol Mack
Anne Pollock
Rob Sherer
Roderic Southall
Andrea Walker

Sponsorship Committee
Carrie Fryman
Aaron Mack

Ticketing & Event Committee
Allison Bonnett
Megan Clawson
Aimee Lagos
Tiffanea Mulder
Sandra Rieger
Ellie Sparling

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.

Interested in event sponsorship opportunities? Contact events@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.

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