The Phillips Collection 2027 Annual Gala
The Phillips Collection Annual Gala
Friday, May 7, 2027
Inspired by the spirit of Beauford Delaney and our spring 2027 exhibition So Much Love and Beauty, this year’s Beautiful Together Gala will celebrate joy, friendship, community, hope, and, fundamentally, the power of art.
The Phillips Collection’s Annual Gala proceeds directly support the museum’s innovative and multi-generational arts education and wellness initiatives, community engagement programs, and dynamic partnerships both at 21st Street in NW and at Phillips@THEARC in SE.
Join us for great art, elegant dining, spirited dancing, and meaningful opportunities to connect and celebrate together at the museum’s most important fundraising event of the year.
Gala Honoree:
Beatriz and Graham Bolton
Champions of the Phillips through exceptional philanthropy, shared values, and a compelling global vision
Gala Honoree:
Sir Isaac Julien CBE RA
One of the most celebrated artists working today and the inaugural Commissioning Series artist at the Phillips
Gala Honoree:
Washington School for Girls
Our longtime community partner setting a standard of excellence for nurturing the next generation of creative leaders in DC and beyond
Gala Committee
Jane Lole, Co-Chair
Sarah Mills, Co-Chair
Beatriz Bolton
Connie Carter
Mary Robinson Carter
Zoë Charlton
Tami F. Conetta
Deborah Davidson
Casey Dlott
Dr. Harrine Freeman
Julie Garcia
Molly Adamson Gilbane
Barbara Hawthorn
Matthew Indre
Pam Kaplan
Dave Kennedy
Jennifer Lavinbuk
Gail Lione
John D. Mason
Schwanda T. Rountree
Brandi Saunders
Courtney Toomath-West
Serena Ziskroit
(as of October 5, 2026)
The Impact of the Annual Gala
Finding Respite
From its inception, the Phillips has focused on the healing power of art. We create space for art to heal and bring joy—whether through our monthly online Art and Wellness Club, our Creative Aging program engaging adults living with memory loss, or the integration of wellness into programs like Phillips after 5.
Seeing Differently
Art has the power to communicate when words cannot. Our exhibitions and education and responsive learning programs offer a springboard for understanding our world. More than 34,000 participants engage in our work annually, through immersive in-school partnerships and in-museum programs.
A Welcoming Home for All
We believe in the “joy-giving, life-enhancing” power of art and strive to challenge perceptions of what a museum can be. The Phillips provides high-quality, engaging experiences that equitably serve the DC community and beyond—welcoming visitors from all 50 states and more than 40 countries in 2024-25 alone.
An Experiment Station
Our interdisciplinary programs for audiences of all ages bring art to life, with myriad opportunities to view, discuss, make, and exhibit art. Programs are co-created with more than 50 public program partners to encourage authentic community dialogue and action.
Support The Phillips Collection Annual Gala
To receive recognition on the printed invitation and other promotional materials, we kindly ask that you confirm your leadership support by December 1 using the sponsorship form or contacting AnnualGala@PhillipsCollection.org.
2026 Annual Gala: The Creative Spark
The Phillips Collection’s 2026 Annual Gala raised over $920,000 to support the museum’s innovative education and community initiatives.