Collectors’ Night
Save the date!
Saturday, may 2, 2026
Join the Visual Arts Center of Richmond on Saturday, May 2 for an evening of live and silent auctions to support our mission and programs. This year we will celebrate 40 years of Richmond’s longest-running annual art auction! Additionally, VisArts will honor two special community members with the Distinguished Service Award and Shelly Shepherd Master Teacher Award.
Interested in table sponsorships? Please reach out to our development team at [email protected]. Individual tickets go on sale March 9.
About Collectors’ Night
Collectors’ Night is the Visual Arts Center of Richmond’s annual 400-person gala that includes a cocktail reception, a silent auction, and an energetic live auction. Join us to grow your contemporary art collection, bid on unique experiences, and connect with your local art community at this lively and impactful event. Proceeds from the event support VisArts’ annual art-making, exhibitions, and programs.
Collectors’ Night Impact
This art auction is VisArts’ most significant night of fundraising each year, and it’s what helps sustain our programming year-round. Learn how your generosity impacts the VisArts community:
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Preview Party
Ahead of the live auction, VisArts invites guests to preview the artwork in the True F. Luck Gallery on Thursday, April 23.
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Collectors’ Night
Join us on May 2 to grow your contemporary art collection, bid on unique experiences, and connect with your local art community at this lively and impactful event.
2025 Collectors’ Night
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Photo Recap
Whether you wish to relive the magic or see what you missed out on, here's your chance.
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Awards
Collectors’ Night gives us the opportunity to honor two exceptional community members who are dedicated to VisArts’ mission.
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Artists
Our incredible artists are what make Collectors' Night one of the city's premier art auctions. Check out who contributed to Collectors' Night in 2025.
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