Flying Colors Benefit Art Auction at the Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine
The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine is thrilled to announce the return of the Flying Colors Benefit Art Auction on Friday, May 10, 2024. This 21+ event promises to be an unforgettable night, celebrating local artists and supporting the organization's Community Fund.
The Flying Colors Benefit Art Auction will transform the Museum & Theatre into a vibrant art gallery, showcasing the work of over 100 talented artists from across Maine and New England. Attendees will explore three floors of vibrant interactive exhibits, have the opportunity to participate in a live auction, and enjoy a variety of entertainment and refreshments.
The evening kicks off at 6 pm with an exclusive Host Committee Art Preview and Cocktail Hour, followed by the main event at 7 pm. Guests will enjoy live symphonic melodies provided by Kafari, indulge in gourmet bites provided by Big Tree Catering, and sip on colorful concoctions from Thompson’s Point.
Event Highlights:
Silent Auction: Participate in a Silent Auction across three floors of the Museum & Theatre featuring over 100 artists and varying mediums, from acrylic and oil on canvas to photography, wearable art, sculpture, original comic strips, and more.
Live Auction: Get ready to bid in real-time at the Live Auction in Maddy’s Theatre featuring a private lecture from a Wyeth family member, pieces from Rachel Gloria Adams, Ryan Adams, Charlie Hewitt, an in-home mural by Rebecca Vlonsky, Maine-centered art experiences, and more.
Community Art Project: Engage with art on a personal level by participating in a collective paint-by-number project.
Entertainment: Enjoy music by Kafari and a live interactive performance by Unique Unknown & Friends.
“The Flying Colors Benefit Art Auction isn’t just our largest fundraiser; it’s a vital celebration of the arts and our incredibly talented artistic community. At this event, artists set their own prices and commissions, ensuring they are fairly compensated. This model is crucial not only for supporting our artists but also for raising essential funds for our Community Fund. These funds are instrumental in providing all children access to cultural and educational experiences. The auction showcases the profound and dynamic impact of the arts and helps to ensure that CMTM can provide discounted and free admissions, host Community Partner Nights for hundreds of children, and offer sensory-friendly play sessions. Each element of this event plays a pivotal role in ensuring that every child has the opportunity to imagine and learn through play.”
Tickets for the event are available now.
Host Committee members are encouraged to book early to secure access to the pre-event preview. Please note that attendees will be bidding through an online platform and phones are a central component of the bidding process.
The event is made possible by a lengthy and incredibly generous list of over 100 host committee members and over 25 sponsors and underwriters. The sponsor list includes Camden National Bank, Big Tree Catering, Douston Construction Inc., Red Thread, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Baker Newman Noyes, Portside Real Estate Group: Delisle + Sweeton Team, Pierce Atwood, LLP, Fidelity Investments, Benchmark Real Estate, Coffee By Design, New England Cancer Specialists, Merrill's Investigations & Security, Sotheby’s International Realty: Melissa McKersie, Southern Maine Pediatric Dentistry, BURR Signs, Clark Insurance - Marsh & McLennan Agency, Saco & Biddeford Savings, One Stop Event Rentals, Fleur De Lis Floral Designs & Gifts, Nelson Property Services, Casco Bay Frames & Gallery, AV Technik, and Hunter Panels.