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Jim Irsay's Artifacts Auction to Benefit Mental Health

1/9/2026

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Christie's will auction nearly 400 items from the late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay in March, with proceeds benefiting mental health causes, including Ringo Starr's drum kit and Kurt Cobain's guitar.
Larry Hall notes the Irsay family aims to honor Jim Irsay's legacy by finding new stewards for the artifacts.
Hall adds that Irsay's passion for sharing the collection turned it into a traveling museum to inspire others.

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Christie's will auction nearly 400 items from the late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay in March, with proceeds benefiting mental health causes, including Ringo Starr's drum kit and Kurt Cobain's guitar.
Larry Hall notes the Irsay family aims to honor Jim Irsay's legacy by finding new stewards for the artifacts.
Hall adds that Irsay's passion for sharing the collection turned it into a traveling museum to inspire others.