Annual Benefit Gala

The gala is an annual fundraiser for the University of Wyoming Art Museum, and includes a dinner, live and silent auctions, and live entertainment. Typically, the gala has around 200-300 attendees who travel across the region to be a part of the evening events. The gala is hosted by the UW Art Museum National Advisory Board and provides significant financial support for museum exhibitions, collections, education and outreach.

Check out our upcoming 2026 Gala: A Pop Art Ball; Pop, Power and Philanthropy.

Past events and themes

  • 2010: Magical Mystery Tour
  • 2009: A Highland Fling
  • 2008: An Abstract Expression
  • 2007: Safari
  • 2006: Le Salon des Impressionnistes
  • 2005: Los Colores de Espana
  • 2004: Along the Turquoise Trail
  • 2003: Lotus Moon
  • 2000: Splendor in the West: An Evening Under the Stars 
  • 1999: Jurassic After Dark
  • 1998: Fancy Dancing: Inspired by Native American Traditions
  • 1997: All Aboard: An Evening on the Wyoming Express
  • 1996: Buffalo Nights: A Tribute to Ann and Al Simpson