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American Visionary Art Museum's Play(ful) Online Auction:

Bid Like a Champion
From one-of-a-kind visionary works to incredible experiences for the whole family, there are a variety of opportunities to win BIG.

Support the Home Team
With each and every bid, you're helping the museum continue its mission to champion self-taught artists, foster inclusivity, educate our rising visionaries, and inspire visitors to embrace their own creative journeys.

Celebrate Sportsmanship
Just as great sports bring people together, your generosity helps build a vibrant, welcoming community where art and inspiration are always in play.

Be a Good Sport—Make a Difference!

This isn’t just a gala; it’s a chance to champion creativity, humanity, and make a lasting impact on the future of visionary art. Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a rookie bidder, or simply a fan of fun, your support helps ensure the museum remains a home for dreamers, doers, and “good sports” of every kind.

About our Play(ful) Ball:
Join us for an extravaganza celebrating the intersection of sports, art, and activism at AVAM's Play(ful) Ball Gala on Saturday, June 28 with activities starting at 5:30 PM!

AVAM's Board of Directors and Gala Committee selected Dr. John Carlos as the recipient of the Lifetime Grand Visionary Award for his lifelong commitment to sports activism and courageous protest against social injustice, immortalized when he joined Gold Medalist Tommie Smith and Silver Medalist, Australian Peter Norman, on the podium at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics. During the medal ceremony, Carlos and Smith raised their gloved fists as the U.S. National Anthem played. This moment remains one of the most iconic political statements in sports history.

THE GAME PLAN

5:30 - Varsity VIP Experience

6:30 - Pre-Game Cocktail Hour

7:45 - Playful Plates Dinner & Program

9:30 - Extra Innings After Party

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American Visionary Art Museum Play(ful) Ball

June 28th