Each April our Gala raises funds that provide essential support for the Art Museum and its mission to inspire, teach, transform, and engage our community through the arts.
Annual Gala
Saturday, April 24, 2021 | 7–8pm
This year’s Gala is a virtual event, with free admission for all.
Experience the excitement of a live, fast-paced art auction, meet the Museum’s new President and CEO, Max Weintraub, and learn about and support the Museum’s many initiatives, all while being a part of a one-of-a-kind cultural happening.
Hosted by TV personality Ashley Russo and Max Weintraub.
#AAMGala2021
Access to the live event will be made available closer to the event date.
Participants can register to bid prior to the event date.
Meet Max
Museum President Max Weintraub arrived in November from Aspen, Colorado, bringing with him more than 20 years of museum experience. Meet him and hear his vision for our beloved Museum.
Art Auction
Build your contemporary art collection by bidding on exceptional works by nationally and internationally renowned artists.
Shown: Danielle Riede, Isabela, 2019
Fund-a-Need Paddle Raise
Participating in our Fund-a-Need “paddle raise” allows the AAM to apply your support to areas where it is needed the most. This year, your Fund-a-Need donations will directly support two exciting new initiatives, a paid internship program and new technology.
Support Your Local Art Museum
As part of this year’s virtual fundraiser, we are MaXing Out our sponsor benefits with Gala Party Boxes. Sponsors at various levels will receive fine wines and sweet and savory treats prepared by Karen Hunter to enjoy during the event.
For details email Irene at ismith@allentownartmuseum.org.
Gala Party Boxes
$5,000 SponsorsA selection of Karen Hunter savory appetizers and sweet treats for eight guests. The package includes a selection of eight appetizers, featuring filet sandwiches with horseradish sauce and truffled mac and cheese. For dessert, guests will enjoy flourless chocolate torte and crème brûlée cheesecake. The food will be accompanied by four bottles of wine–two bottles of Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma and two bottles of William Hill Estate Winery Chardonnay, Napa Valley. A bottle of select champagne will add an extra special delight to the evening. $2,500 SponsorsReceive the same fine fare and wines for six as detailed above, excluding the champagne. | $1,000 SponsorsA selection of Karen Hunter savory appetizers and sweet treats for four guests. The package includes five appetizers, featuring favorite crab madeleines and brie and raspberry in phyllo. For dessert, enjoy chocolate cake and lemon curd mousse. The fine food will be accompanied by a selection of wines–one bottle of Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma and one of William Hill Estate Winery Chardonnay, Napa Valley. $750 SponsorsReceive the same fine fare and wines as detailed above for two. |
Food and wine will be packaged in insulated bags and be available for pick up at the Museum from 12-3pm on the day of the event.
Event Program:
6:50pm: Pre-Show
Celebrate this year’s Gala sponsors and committee, learn more about the Museum, hear testimonials from community leaders, and much more.
7:00pm: Event Begins
Museum Board Chair, Michelle Stringer, and President & CEO, Max Weintraub, welcomes you to this year’s virtual Gala with an overview of the evening and highlights from the Museum.
7:15pm: Art Auction (Part 1) Begins with Co- Hosts Ashley Russo & Max Weintraub
7:20pm: Fund-a-Need Paddle Raise Begins
7:35pm: Art Auction (Part 2) Begins with Co- Hosts Ashley Russo & Max Weintraub
7:50pm: Closing Remarks
Thank you to our 2021 Gala sponsors:
President's Circle
Presenting
Premier
2021 Gala Committee
Karen Albert, Pat Beldon, Dot Ervin, Arjana Etchason, Suzanne Lyons, Mary Anne Johnson, Teri Johnson, Val Johnson, Priti Merchant, Nancy Odorski, Carol Smoll, Cecily Traynor, Sally Vikner, Jackie Cochrane, Jade Cortez, Jackie Jones, Chris Potash, Irene Smith, Sharon Yurkanin
Past Gala Honorees
Robert and Susan Gadomski (2020), Butz family (2019), Mary Ann and Gary Millenbruch (2018), Jill and Alfred E. Douglass III (2017), Sam and Missy Saxton (2016), Suzanne and Ted Lyons (2015), Joanne and Hank Barnette (2014), and James P. Musselman (2013).