In a socially distanced world, let us draw inspiration together. Join us for the Albright-Knox’s first virtual fundraiser as we celebrate two creative luminaries in a dazzling series. As the year 2020 comes to a close, enjoy virtual evenings amongst friends with cocktails and cuisine while engaging with some of the brightest lights in the culinary and art worlds.

In this second event in the series, celebrated abstract artist Stanley Whitney will provide an exclusive visit to his studio and a sneak preview of his first-ever museum survey exhibition, planned for 2023 at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum. The menu will take inspiration from the many summers Whitney has spent in Parma, Italy, where he has a studio.

Gourmet culinary packages are locally prepared by the extraordinary team at Current Catering.

Meal delivery has been made possible with the generous support of West Herr Automotive Group.

Assorted delicacies provided by DiCamillo Bakery, celebrating 100 years of artistic confections.

Tickets and Sponsorships

Tickets for this special fundraiser are $250 per person. This includes access to the evening's program, as well as an appetizer, entrée, dessert, and wine to accommodate one person. Sponsors receive additional benefits.

Thank you for your interest. This event is sold out!

Learn More about Underwriting Opportunities

For more information, please contact Deputy Director of Advancement Cathy Gatewood at cgatewood@albrightknox.org or 716.913.6754, or Manager of Major Gifts Katie Homer at khomer@albrightknox.org or 585.746.6937.

All proceeds benefit the Albright-Knox Art Gallery.

About the Artist

Stanley Whitney is an artist who lives and works in New York City and Parma, Italy. He holds a BFA from Kansas City Art Institute as well as an MFA from Yale University and is currently professor emeritus of painting and drawing at Tyler School of Art, Temple University. His work is included in public collections around the world, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art, both in New York; the Long Museum, Shanghai; the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney; and the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa. He will be the subject of a forthcoming survey exhibition at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Buffalo, New York.