Fri, May 30, 2025, 5:30 –9:30 pm 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø Main Gallery Annual Event Image The Auction at 51±¬ÁϹÙÍøWhen buying is truly givingFriday, 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 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø. Join us for 51±¬ÁϹÙ꿉۪s 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 bites by Chef Jamie Malone, and experience the smooth sounds from 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 Lounge, try your hand at our first-ever raffle, featuring artist , and immerse yourself in interactive activations woven throughout the night.Led by Auctioneer and Live Auction Director Rob Sherer of , this year’s live auction highlights powerful women’s voices in the 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø 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 6:00 p.m. Premier Access—Social Hour 6:30 p.m. 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 9:30 p.m. Event Closes Buy Auction Tickets! LIVE AUCTION Learn More ARTWORK RAFFLE SILENT AUCTION *Nicholas Kovatch ’13, MFACarol MackRamon J. Muxter**Anita White ’74*Deceased THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO HAVE DONATED ARTWORK FROM THEIR COLLECTIONSCarol and Aaron MackRubine Red Gallery Todd ObergMargaret Wurtele Sign up to receive event information directly.Email Address *51±¬ÁϹÙÍø Newsletters Alumni NewsletterParent NewsletterArt Sale NewsletterCommunity NewsletterGallery NewsletterThe Auction at 51±¬ÁϹÙÍøRace & Design | Disability& Design 2025 Auction Committee MembersAuction Co-ChairsCarol MackSandra RiegerArt CommitteeTara DevCarol Mack Heather MatteraAnne PollockRob ShererRoderic SouthallAndrea WalkerVice ChairCarrie FrymanSponsorship CommitteeCarrie FrymanAaron MackTicketing & Event CommitteeMegan ClawsonAimee LagosTiffanea MulderSandra RiegerEllie Sparling Proceeds benefit Minneapolis College of Art and Design student scholarships. . Can't make it to the event? Donate to support 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø student scholarships.Please reach out to events@mcad.edu with any questions.Interested in event sponsorship opportunities? Contact events@mcad.eduThe Minneapolis College of Art and Design is a nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization. Your contribution to 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Trailblazer Curator AmbassadorDrs. Marion G Parke and D. Wilkin Parke III Live Auction Director Lounge Sponsor Event Support