VPAM Gala 2025: Art Connects Community

Thu, 18 Sep, 2025 at 06:00 pm UTC-07:00

Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Monterey Park | Monterey Park

Vincent Price Art Museum
Publisher/HostVincent Price Art Museum
VPAM Gala 2025: Art Connects Community
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Join our community of artists, students, and community members for Belonging: Art Connects Community, a benefit for the Vincent Price Art Museum, happening on Thursday, September 18, at 6:00 PM at the Courtyard Los Angeles in Monterey Park. The unforgettable evening will feature a curated silent art auction, inspiring performances, and visionary honorees.
Hosted by the esteemed Dan Guerrero this special evening includes:
🍷 A delicious three-course dinner and libations in the Crystal Ballroom.
🎤 Soulful performances by Nancy Sanchez and Darlene Perez of Las Chorizeras and talented ELAC student musicians, and a headlining set by acclaimed musician and activist MILCK.
We will honor three extraordinary individuals who amplify local voices:
🌟 Armando Duron, art collector and cultural advocate - Vincent and Mary Price Legacy Award
🌟 Jim Uyekawa, art department ELAC faculty - Victor Para Community Award
🌟 Ofelia Esparza, renowned artist and altarista - Tom Silliman Vanguard Award (Ofelia will be featured in an upcoming major retrospective at VPAM this fall!)
Our celebration also includes a one-night-only in-person presentation of our silent art auction, featuring works generously donated by nearly 50 outstanding local artists. Bidding will take place online via ARTSY. Stay tuned for details and a full artist list! 🎨 Auction will open September 1. 🎨
Every ticket purchased and donation made directly supports exhibitions, mentorship for emerging artists, and free cultural programs for East LA and the San Gabriel Valley.
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Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Monterey Park, 555 N Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754-1028, United States

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