PHOENIX (Jan. 5, 2026) — Phoenix Art Museum (PhxArt) has announced that its annual gala, The pARTy in the Garden, will take place from 6 to 9 pm on April 10, 2026, in the Museum’s Dorrance Sculpture Garden, immediately followed by The afterpARTy, a late-night celebration from 9 pm to midnight. Chaired by Catherine and Jim Tuton and Matthew Boland and Chris Greulich, the Valley’s leading arts fundraiser benefits the Museum’s exhibitions and education programs. 

Each year, the event brings together more than 400 community leaders, philanthropists, and arts advocates in support of the Museum and arts in the region. Guests enjoy an exclusive viewing of a major exhibition, an elegant cocktail hour and seated dinner, and dessert and dancing at The afterpARTy.

This year’s pARTy in the Garden will also honor Mike and Lee Cohn, longtime supporters of Phoenix Art Museum, whose leadership and philanthropy have made a lasting impact on the institution. Mike Cohn is the founder and area president of Cohn Financial Group and has served on the Museum’s Board of Trustees. Together, the Cohns’ support includes the establishment of the Sette/Cohn Artist Award, a five-year initiative dedicated to supporting arts engagement and strengthening community partnerships through the Museum’s annual Arizona Artist Awards program. Lee Cohn is a respected entrepreneur and executive with decades of experience in restaurant, hospitality, and franchising leadership.

Guests will experience an exclusive viewing of Florentine Baroque: The Haukohl Collection, the first exhibition of its kind in Arizona. Featuring paintings and sculpture from the largest collection of Florentine Baroque art outside Italy, the exhibition explores the Italian city’s flourishing artistic tradition and highlights the cultural and intellectual legacy of the Medici Grand Dukes across the Renaissance and Baroque periods.

“The pARTy and The afterpARTy are among our most anticipated annual celebrations that provide vital support for the exhibitions and programs that make PhxArt a cultural anchor in our community,” said Jeremy Mikolajczak, the Museum’s Sybil Harrington Director and CEO. “This year’s gala celebrates a milestone moment in the Museum’s history, an exhibition that brings iconic artworks from across the centuries to our community. We look forward to welcoming guests for an evening that makes world-class exhibitions like Florentine Baroque possible, while strengthening our mission to inspire and engage audiences across the Valley.”

Immediately following The pARTy in the Garden, guests are invited to join The afterpARTy. The event features exclusive access to select exhibitions, along with custom craft cocktails at a hosted bar, live music and entertainment, dancing, delicious snacks and desserts, and more. The chic celebration draws young professionals, artists, and community creatives. Along with exhibitions and visual-arts education, proceeds from the event offer an infusion of support for the Museum’s extensive free-access days at the Museum. The Museum leads all cultural institutions in Arizona in offering an average of 30 hours per month of free-admission times, representing more than $1 million annually in free admission for visitors of all ages.

Tickets for The afterpARTy are $165 for the public or two tickets for $300, $125 for members of Phoenix Art Museum, and $100 for members of Arizona Costume Institute and Men’s Arts Council. Individual tickets for The pARTy begin at $1,500, with table sponsorships ranging from $15,000 to $50,000. Tickets and table opportunities can be reserved by contacting special.events@phxart.org. Additional details may be found at phxart.org/party-in-the-garden. The event is open to guests 21 years of age and older.

About Phoenix Art Museum
Since 1959, Phoenix Art Museum (PhxArt) has engaged millions of visitors with the art of our region and world. Located in Phoenix’s Central Corridor, PhxArt creates spaces of exchange and belonging for all audiences through dynamic exhibitions, collections, and experiences with art. Each year, 300,000 guests on average engage with critically acclaimed national and international exhibitions and the Museum’s collection of more than 21,000 works of American and Western American, Asian, European, Latin American, modern, and contemporary art and fashion design, along with vibrant photography exhibitions made possible through the Museum’s landmark partnership with the Center for Creative Photography at the University of Arizona in Tucson. PhxArt also presents live performances, outstanding examples of global cinema, arts-education programs and workshops, an art+music festival, and more for the community. To learn more about Phoenix Art Museum, visit phxart.org, or call 602.257.1880. 

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The afterpARTy

Friday, April 10, 2026 | 9 pm–12 am at Phoenix Art Museum
Please Note: The Museum will be closed to the general public all day this Friday for our annual Gala + afterpARTy.

Step into an unforgettable evening at The afterpARTy, an exclusive, late-night “party in the Museum” experience that supports free admission and education programs for young people.

This year’s afterpARTy celebrates the artistry and cultural legacy of Florence, Italy, during the opulent and dramatic Baroque era. Guests will be immersed in the special exhibition Florentine Baroque: The Haukohl Collection—the largest collection of Florentine Baroque art outside of Italy—featuring radiant paintings and stunning sculpture.

Indulge in Italian flavors and sweet treats, dance under the stars in our opulently decorated garden, and explore artful experiences at the Museum like never before.

Your all-inclusive ticket includes: 

🍸 3- hour open bar featuring inspired, creative cocktails 

🍨 Late night Italian bites, including gourmet pizza, a gelato bar, and more 

🕺 Dancing and live entertainment 

📸 Fanciful photo opportunities to capture memories of the unforgettable night

🚗 Complimentary valet parking 

✨ And more! 

Tickets 

Individuals | $165 (or 2 for $300) 

Museum Members | $125 

Circles of Support, ACI, and MAC Members | $100 

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The afterpARTy

Friday, April 11, 2025 /// 9 pm – 12 am
at Phoenix Art Museum

The afterpARTy is PhxArt’s exclusive, late-night “party in the Museum” experience that raises funds to support free admission and education programs for young people. Give back to your community while enjoying custom cocktails, gourmet bites, music, and dancing, with special guest Anna Sui, the iconic American fashion designer.

This year’s afterpARTy will feature the premiere of The World of Anna Sui. Organized by the Fashion and Textile Museum, London, the major exhibition explores in minute detail the materials, cultural obsessions, and global styles that have inspired Sui for decades through 100 ensembles from the designer’s archive. Guests can dance the night away, and experience the imaginative, pop culture inspired universe of an iconic American fashion designer.

The all-inclusive night will offer:

3 hours of open bar + food
Early access to The World of Anna Sui with Anna Sui as a special guest
An exclusive performance by one of the biggest names in electronic music, Felix Cartal, in a secret location at the Museum
🚗 Complimentary valet + more!

The AfterpARTy Chairs

Jennifer and Andrew Cooper

AfterpARTy Tickets

General Public /// $165
Pair of Tickets /// $300
PhxArt Members /// $125
Arizona Costume Institute Members /// $100
Men’s Arts Council Members /// $100

Event Sponsorships available. Please contact specialevents@phxart.org for information.

This event is for guests 21 years of age and older. Email specialevents@phxart.org for more information.

Photos are from afterpARTy’s in years past and will not directly reflect the current year’s theme.

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