<p class="has-drop-cap">Contemporary art takes center stage at the <strong>San José Museum of Art's annual Gala + Auction</strong>, where Silicon Valley's collecting community gathers in support of one of California's leading modern and contemporary art institutions.</p><p>A seated dinner beneath the stars sets the scene for a live auction of works by contemporary artists, followed by music, dancing, and an after-party throughout the museum.</p><p>The evening is chaired by <strong>Nadia Ahmad</strong>, with the auction committee led by <strong>Lisa Lubliner</strong>. The 2027 honorees and featured auction artists will be announced closer to the event.</p><p>Beyond the celebration, the gala supports the museum's exhibitions, public programs, and art education initiatives, including free educational access for underserved schools across Santa Clara County.</p><h3>Tickets & Packages</h3><h4>Luminary Sponsorship</h4><ul><li><p>Premier front-row dinner table for ten</p></li><li><p>VIP Champagne and wine service</p></li><li><p>Gala dinner and contemporary art auction</p></li><li><p>After-party admission for table guests and ten additional guests</p></li><li><p>Private Champagne viewing of the auction gallery for up to twenty guests</p></li><li><p>Private museum tour and reception with the museum's director and CEO</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to host a private or corporate event at the museum</p></li><li><p>Premier sponsor recognition</p></li></ul><h4>Champion Sponsorship</h4><ul><li><p>Preferred dinner table for ten</p></li><li><p>Gala dinner and contemporary art auction</p></li><li><p>After-party admission for table guests and eight additional guests</p></li><li><p>Private Champagne viewing of the auction gallery for up to fifteen guests</p></li><li><p>Prominent recognition in event publications and communications</p></li></ul><h4>Benefactor Sponsorship</h4><ul><li><p>Reserved dinner table for ten</p></li><li><p>Gala dinner and contemporary art auction</p></li><li><p>After-party admission for table guests and five additional guests</p></li><li><p>Private Champagne viewing of the auction gallery for up to five guests</p></li><li><p>Recognition in official event materials</p></li></ul><p></p>
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