Ranch Gala

Ranch Gala Jul 15, 2026 5:30PM-9PM Marilyn Minter to be honored at the Ranch Gala on July 15, 2026 Anderson Ranch Arts Center is thrilled to announce that visionary artist Marilyn Minter is the 2026 International Artist Honoree. Minter joins a distinguished legacy of past recipients who have fundamentally influenced contemporary art. Known for her provocative and hyper-realistic paintings, photographs, and videos, her work challenges perceptions of glamour and beauty in modern culture. This gala is more than an event; it’s a tribute to the creativity, vision, and impact that define Anderson Ranch. Learn more about Ranch Week events. We look forward to celebrating with you! Please purchase your tickets today to guarantee attendance! Contact our Deputy Development Director, Kimberly Patterson at 970-924-5083 or development@andersonranch.org for purchasing details. Add this important event to your calendar: Outlook | iCal | Google Calendar Ranch Gala Co-Chairs Sue Hostetler | Jeanne Greenberg Rohatyn | Robin Loewenberg Tebbe Sponsored by: Tables & Tickets Cocktail Party Ticket | $600 Admission to the Pre-Gala Cocktail Party from 5:30-7PM Early access to the Silent Auction — view over 130 works and place your bids before the Ranch Picnic on Saturday, July 18 Cherie Hiser Ticket | $2,500 A premier individual seat at the Ranch Gala VIP Sam Maloof Ticket | $5,000 A premier individual seat at the Ranch Gala Recognition in the event program as an Honorary Host Committee member of the event One (1) VIP invitation to all Ranch Week events Soldner Table | $30,000 Premier seating for a table of eight (8) Premium wines paired to the menu and poured by the table’s personal sommelier Acknowledgment in the program as an Honorary Host Committee member of the event Four (4) VIP invitations to all Ranch Week events Ranch Week Schedule of Events Monday, July 13 | Film Screening 4:30PM – Ranch Week kick-off cocktail party for ticket holders. 6PM – Public screening of the documentary Pretty Dirty at the Isis Theatre, with a Q&A featuring Marilyn Minter and Director / Producer Amanda Benchley, moderated by Producer Sue Hostetler. Tuesday, July 14 | Summer Series: Featured Artists and Conversations 11:30AM – Summer Series lecture featuring International Artist Honoree Marilyn Minter in conversation with Lisa Phillips, followed by a VIP ticket holder luncheon at Anderson Ranch. Wednesday, July 15: Ranch Gala 5:30 PM – Cocktail reception and activations on campus. 7PM – Gala dinner with award presentations and a lively auction showcasing top contemporary artists’ works. Ranch Gala Live Auction The Ranch Gala Live Auction Preview will be on display and open to the public in the Patton-Malott Gallery from June 29th – July 15th. The live auction takes place on Wednesday, July 15th, during the Ranch Gala. This special evening honors extraordinary contributions to contemporary art and the deep creative impact that defines Anderson Ranch and will feature this year’s International Artist Honoree, Marilyn Minter. VIEW THE LIVE AUCTION ARTWORK Can’t attend the Gala? Absentee bidding is available. Contact Katie Sanders at auction@andersonranch.org or 970-924-5059 for details.