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The Auction at 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø

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The Auction at 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø

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 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

LIVE AUCTION




ARTWORK RAFFLE

SILENT AUCTION











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Nicholas Kovatch ’13, MFA


Carol Mack



Ramon J. Muxter*
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Anita White ’74

*Deceased

THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO HAVE DONATED ARTWORK FROM THEIR COLLECTIONS

Carol and Aaron Mack
Rubine Red Gallery
Todd Oberg
Margaret Wurtele

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2025 Auction Committee Members

Auction Co-Chairs
Carol Mack
Sandra Rieger

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

Vice Chair
Carrie Fryman

Sponsorship Committee
Carrie Fryman
Aaron Mack

Ticketing & Event Committee
Megan Clawson
Aimee Lagos
Tiffanea Mulder
Sandra Rieger
Ellie 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.edu

The 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.

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Drs. Marion G Parke and D. Wilkin Parke III

Live Auction Director

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