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UMFA Gala Celebration

For the Future: Collecting at the UMFA 2001-2026

Celebrating the Marcia and John Price Museum Building

When: Thursday, August 27, 2026, 5 :30 pm–10 pm

Cocktail Attire | 21+

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Agenda

  • 5:30 pm: Cocktail reception on the Sam & Diane Stewart Family Foundation Sculpture Terrace
  • 7:00 pm: Dinner in the G.W. Anderson Family Great Hall
  • Exhibition viewing throughout the evening

Come celebrate the opening of For the Future: Collecting at the UMFA 2001-2026. This stunning exhibition celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Marcia and John Price Museum Building by showcasing some of the Utah Museum of Fine Art’s most notable art acquisitions of the past 25 years.

For the Future explores not only the variety of important art acquisitions the UMFA has made, but also the varied stories of opportunity and generosity that have made such an extraordinary expansion of the collection possible. With support of many generous donors and community partners, the UMFA has been able to expand its arts programs across the state of Utah, launch exhibitions that engage with the most pressing issues of our time, and deepen the collection—all while ensuring the highest standard of care for the artworks and for the people who love them. As we look towards the next 25 years, For the Future offers a moment to celebrate the UMFA and dream about what’s next.

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Proceeds from the evening support exhibitions, education programs, and the continued growth and stewardship of the UMFA collection.

Parking & Arrival Information

Complimentary valet parking will be available for all guests attending the gala.

100% ID Policy

To comply with a new law taking effect on January 1, 2026, the UMFA is required to check the ID of every guest partaking of alcohol, regardless of age appearance. If you would like to take advantage of the open bar at this event, please be prepared to present a valid ID.

Gala Hosts:

The John and Marcia Price Family Foundation
The UMFA Board of Directors
Virginia Barlage
Lynn and Tom Fey

Exhibition Sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor:
John and Marcia Price Family Foundation

Curatorial Sponsor:
The Tozer Endowment for Special Exhibitions

Installation Sponsor:
JT Harwood Collection Fund

Header Image Credit: Machado and Silvetti Associates, Inc., attributed to Peter Lofgren, Marcia and John Price Museum Building, 1998. Graphite on tracing paper. Utah Museum of Fine Arts. Digitally altered reproduction of original drawing. Gift of Machado and Silvetti Associates, Inc., UMFA2003.11.1