2026 Ranch Gala

Ranch Week and Gala

We extend our deepest gratitude to our honoree, Marilyn Minter, who shared her vision and inspired us all.

We offer heartfelt thanks to our dedicated Ranch Gala Co-Chairs—Sue Hostetler, Jeanne Greenberg Rohatyn, and Robin Loewenberg Tebbe—for their exceptional leadership and commitment to making this evening a success. We are equally grateful to our generous sponsor Uovo, whose partnership helps make the Gala live auction possible.

Ranch Gala is the cornerstone of Ranch Week, a celebration that brings together artists, collectors, supporters, and friends from around the world in recognition of Anderson Ranch’s vibrant creative community.

Thank you for being part of the Anderson Ranch family. We look forward to welcoming you back to campus soon!

Read all about Marilyn Minter and the Ranch Gala in the press.

Thank you for an unforgettable celebration!

On behalf of the Board of Trustees and staff at Anderson Ranch Arts Center, thank you for joining us for this year’s Ranch Gala and for celebrating our 2026 International Artist Honoree, Marilyn Minter. Your generosity, enthusiasm, and belief in the power of art made the evening truly extraordinary.

Because of your remarkable support, the Gala raised over $1.6 million in critical funds that will sustain Anderson Ranch’s mission of advancing creativity through exceptional artistic education, artist residencies, public programs, and community engagement. Every contribution helps provide life-changing opportunities for emerging and established artists while ensuring the Ranch remains a place where creativity, innovation, and meaningful connections thrive.

SPECIAL THANKS

Sponsored By:

Ranch Gala Co-Chairs

Sue Hostetler  |  Jeanne Greenberg Rohatyn  | Robin Loewenberg Tebbe

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.

Saturday, July 18: Ranch Picnic and Auction
11AM-4PM – Enjoy live music, hands-on children’s art activities, a delicious picnic lunch, and the Ranch’s renowned Silent Auction featuring more than 130 works by leading contemporary artists and talented local creators. Learn more.

Guests gathered for the Ranch Week Aspen art gala at Anderson Ranch Arts Center

In the Press

ARTnews

Marilyn Minter Wins Anderson Ranch’s International Artist Award

Hyperallergic

Art Movements: Marilyn Minter Wins Again

Ocula

Marilyn Minter Honoured by Anderson Ranch Arts Center with International Artist Award

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Dazed

A guide to Marilyn Minter’s subversive art, in her own words

Meet the Honoree

About The Awards

The International Artist Award is given to globally-recognized artists who demonstrate the highest level of artistic achievement and whose careers have fundamentally influenced contemporary art. As the 28th honoree, Marilyn Minter joins illustrious past recipients, including Titus Kaphar (2025), Charles Gaines (2024), Christian Marclay (2023), Yinka Shonibare CBE (2022), Simone Leigh (2021), Nick Cave (2019), Ai Weiwei (2018), Wangechi Mutu (2017), Carrie Mae Weems (2016), Frank Stella (2015), Theaster Gates (2014), and Bill Viola (2013).

Click here to see a list of past honorees.

Past Celebrations

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Past Honorees

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