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Norton Museum Gala Raises $5 Million with Artful Elegance

2/18/2026

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The Norton Museum of Art hosted its annual gala on February 17, 2026, attracting nearly 700 guests and raising nearly $5 million for its programs.
The event featured a live auction led by Oliver Barker, chair of Sotheby’s Europe.
Decor for the evening paid homage to 17th-century Dutch still lifes.
VIP attendees included art collectors, fashion icons, and philanthropists, highlighting the collaboration of artistic prestige and economic power.

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The Norton Museum of Art hosted its annual gala on February 17, 2026, attracting nearly 700 guests and raising nearly $5 million for its programs.
The event featured a live auction led by Oliver Barker, chair of Sotheby’s Europe.
Decor for the evening paid homage to 17th-century Dutch still lifes.
VIP attendees included art collectors, fashion icons, and philanthropists, highlighting the collaboration of artistic prestige and economic power.