Saturday, April 25, 2026

Doors - 5pm
Pack your Bags Pre-Party
in the Main House

Dinner - 6pm
Live Auction to Follow

48th Annual Pot of Gold Arts Gala & Auction

The 48th Annual Pot of Gold will take guests on a Great American Road Trip, celebrating classic Americana, iconic destinations, and the timeless spirit of adventure.

Enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring live and silent auctions, dinner, drinks, and more—all in support of the museum’s mission. This year’s theme holds special meaning as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary alongside the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art’s 60th anniversary—honoring a shared legacy of history, creativity, and the journey that has brought us here.

Guests are invited to join the fun by dressing for the journey—think vintage road trip style, Route 66 travelers, National Park adventurers, iconic American destinations, Old Hollywood glamour, or festive red, white, and blue accents. Creative interpretations of the Great American Road Trip are encouraged!

TICKET OPTIONS

Dinner - $100

Includes dinner and access to the live & silent auctions.

Pre-Party & Dinner - $150

Includes exclusive access to the pre-party, dinner, and live & silent auctions.

Dinner for Table of 8 - $800

Includes dinner for 8, and live & silent auctions.

A tax-deductible amount of $60 per $100 ticket or $100 per $150 ticket is applicable, or $480 of Table of 8 Package.

Become a Sponsor

Together, with the tireless support of volunteers, donors, and sponsors like you, we can continue to provide:

Inspiration to over 15,000 visitors per year
Educational activities for over 1300 students
An appreciation of the arts and a forum for community dialogue

-8 tickets to dinner & auction
-Premium recognition (all materials)
-4 tickets to dinner & auction
-Program & social media recognition
-2 tickets to dinner & auction
-Program & social media recognition
-Program & social media recognition

DONATE TO THE AUCTION

Items donated are sorted into live and silent auctions, with larger-valued items being sold during the live auction. Silent auction items can be bid on throughout the evening. Your items will be displayed at the event, and details of the donation will be spotlighted by our auctioneer prior to sale. All donated items are tax deductible up to the value of the item and will have a written description in the 2026 Auction Item Catalogue along with an estimated retail value.

We can pick up your donated items at a time that is convenient for you, or you may drop them off during regular museum hours. To request an item pick-up, please call Jackie Butler, 2025 Pot of Gold Chairperson, at (816) 387-3149.

Invitations to Pot of Gold are sent to approximately 850 members of our museum community and special guests!

Contact the Museum about Donations