Saturday, November 21, 2026  |  6 - 10pm

Canton Museum of Art / Cultural Center for the Arts

IGNITE THE NIGHT — Fan the Flames of Creativity, Community & Possibility!

Come celebrate the powerful role art plays in our community. Curated bites, cocktails, and desserts. Live music, auctions, and performances. It’s all the makings of an unforgettable night. Your generosity fans the flames for the exhibits, events, and classes that enrich our lives and our community. The sparks most certainly will be flying. We can’t wait to see you there!

Watch this space as this special evening comes together to benefit the powerful impact of your art museum in your community.

2026 Art Inspires Gala Details & Tickets:

Tickets Available in Sept/Oct 2026

Your Evening Includes ...

• Immerse yourself in our new featured exhibition, "Outside the Lines," showcasing Abstract Expressionism in American Art —
Works are drawn from private collections and CMA’s Collection, including artists such as Alexander Calder, Robert Motherwell, and others whose bold works invite personal engagement between art and viewer!

• Curated Bites, Desserts & Cocktails: Catering by DioGuardi's Italian Market, with an Exclusive Menu, and The Personal Touch

• Curated Silent & Live Auctions —

Featuring unique experiences, items from our community + artwork from some of our amazing local artists supporting CMA — there' something for everyone. In-person bidding only, no phone / mobile bidding. Make your selections and get competitive with your fellow attendees. In-person is fun ... please, no tackling at the auction tables!

• Live Music —
Performances to be announced.

• Nikolina DJ Diva is Your Evening Gala Guide & Live Auctioneer ... Come Ready for the Fun, and to Support CMA!

Sponsorship ...

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

Download: 2026 Sponsorship Packet

THANK YOU! 2025 Art Inspires Gala Sponsors:

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 hundreds of 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.