Saturday, November 22 / 6:00 - 10:00pm

Canton Museum of Art / Cultural Center for the Arts

Immerse yourself in an Artfully Elegant Evening as you celebrate the Museum's 90th Anniversary and enjoy an exclusive preview of the groundbreaking exhibit, Shattered Glass: The Women Who Elevated American Art!

Our 2025 Art Inspires Gala promises a delicious mix of art, food, and drink; curated auction items; live music and a special dance performance from Canton Ballet; plus immersive experiences that connect you with creativity and inspiration.

You will explore and delight in your exclusive preview of the new exhibition, Shattered Glass, featuring more than 100 works from museums and private collections nationwide that fill the Museum galleries and tell the stories of women who overcame obstacles to achieve lasting influence in the world of art.

Art Inspires Gala Details & Tickets:

TICKETS: $100 / person (food, beverages, seating included)

• Tables of 8 Available — Reserve in your ticket order

• Artistic-Themed Cocktail Attire — Get Creative!

Secure Ordering — BUY TICKETS

Your Evening Includes ...

• Curated Bites, Desserts & Cocktails

• Curated Silent & Live Auctions —

Featuring unique items and experiences + artwork. In-person bidding only, no phone / mobile bidding.

• Live Music —

Featuring performances by Anya Van Rose, Lila Farris, Julia Taylor & Jackson High School All-Female Jazz Ensemble

• Special Performance by Canton Ballet!

Premiering a New Shattered Glass-themed Ballet. Choreographed by internationally renowned dancer and choreographer, Zarina Stahnke, this piece will premiere November 22, 2025 alongside CMA’s Art Inspires Gala and Shattered Glass preview. November 22, 2025 (ticketed event at the Canton Museum of Art)

•Mix & Mingle —

Explore the Shattered Glass Exhibit & Immersive Art Experiences

Nikolina DJ Diva is Your Gala Guide through the Evening!

Schedule ...

- SILENT AUCTION — 6 - 7:30pm

- LIVE AUCTION — 8 - 8:30pm

- CANTON BALLET PREMIERE — 8:30pm

- LIVE MUSIC — 6, 7 & 9pm
 

For more information about Art Inspires Gala sponsorship opportunities, please contact Director & CEO Max Barton at max@cantonart.org.

Download: 2025 Sponsorship Packet

Sponsored by (to date):

This annual event raises critical funds to support CMA's far-reaching exhibition, education, and outreach programs that make our community a more vibrant place to live, work, and visit. Attended by more than 300 community leaders, Museum supporters, patrons, and friends, the Art Inspires Gala is hosted by the Museum's Board and HeART Guild^® volunteers — all dedicated to advancing CMA's mission and work in our community.