Event
Ranch Gala
Jul 15, 2026 5:30PM-9PM
Marilyn Minter to be honored at the Ranch Gala on July 15, 2026
Anderson Ranch Arts Center is thrilled to announce that visionary artist Marilyn Minter is the 2026 International Artist Honoree.
Minter joins a distinguished legacy of past recipients who have fundamentally influenced contemporary art. Known for her provocative and hyper-realistic paintings, photographs, and videos, her work challenges perceptions of glamour and beauty in modern culture.
This gala is more than an event; it’s a tribute to the creativity, vision, and impact that define Anderson Ranch. Learn more about Ranch Week events. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Please purchase your tickets today to guarantee attendance! Contact our Deputy Development Director, Kimberly Patterson at 970-924-5083 or development@andersonranch.
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Ranch Gala Co-Chairs
Sue Hostetler | Jeanne Greenberg Rohatyn | Robin Loewenberg Tebbe
Sponsored by:
Tables & Tickets
Cherie Hiser Ticket | $2,500
- A premier individual seat at the Ranch Gala
VIP Sam Maloof Ticket | $5,000
- A premier individual seat at the Ranch Gala
- Recognition in the event program as an Honorary Host Committee member of the event
- One (1) VIP invitation to all Ranch Week events
Soldner Table | $30,000
- Premier seating for a table of eight (8)
- Premium wines paired to the menu and poured by the table’s personal sommelier
- Acknowledgment in the program as an Honorary Host Committee member of the event
- Four (4) VIP invitations to all Ranch Week events
Ranch Week Schedule of Events
Monday, July 13 | Film Screening
4:30PM – Ranch Week kick-off cocktail party for ticket holders.
6PM – Public screening of the documentary Pretty Dirty at the Isis Theatre, with a Q&A featuring Marilyn Minter and Director / Producer Amanda Benchley, moderated by Producer Sue Hostetler.
Tuesday, July 14 | Summer Series: Featured Artists and Conversations
11:30AM – Summer Series lecture featuring International Artist Honoree Marilyn Minter in conversation with Lisa Phillips, followed by a VIP ticket holder luncheon at Anderson Ranch.
Wednesday, July 15: Ranch Gala
5:30 PM – Cocktail reception and activations on campus.
7PM – Gala dinner with award presentations and a lively auction showcasing top contemporary artists’ works.
Ranch Gala Live Auction
The Ranch Gala Live Auction Preview will be on display and open to the public in the Patton-Malott Gallery from June 29th – July 15th.
The live auction takes place on Wednesday, July 15th, during the Ranch Gala. This special evening honors extraordinary contributions to contemporary art and the deep creative impact that defines Anderson Ranch and will feature this year’s International Artist Honoree, Marilyn Minter.
Can’t attend the Gala? Absentee bidding is available. Contact Katie Sanders at [email protected] or 970-924-5059 for details.
Jul 15, 2026 5:30PM-9PM
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The Ranch Café
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The Café is a social hub where students and visitors gather to discuss ideas, plan for new creative experiences, and reflect on shared teachings. Join us for a beautiful buffet lunch offering fresh salads and rotating hot items.
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ArtWorks Store
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Store Hours
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Patton-Malott Gallery
This gallery space on the Anderson Ranch campus is home to contemporary and rustic ranch architectural elements and provides the backdrop for rotating exhibitions throughout the year.
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