POT OF GOLD

Arts Gala & Auction

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Doors - 5pm
Pre-Party in the AKMA Intelligence Headquarters

Dinner - 6pm
Live Auction to Follow

After-Party in the Secret Lair

Sponsored By

47th Annual Pot of Gold Arts Gala & Auction

With the help of volunteers, sponsors, and donors, the annual Pot of Gold auction is a signature event for the museum. Since its inception in 1978, the Pot of Gold auction supports the museum’s operating budget, education initiatives, and special programs. 

For the 47th Pot of Gold, step into a world of espionage as we transform the evening into a thrilling celebration of elegance and intrigue. Guests are invited to dress in their finest spy-themed attire—think James Bond sophistication, secret agent allure, bold mystery. and a touch of Austin Powers flair for fun. There will be live and silent auctions, dinner, and much more!

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 & After-Party - $150

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

Pre-Party, Dinner & After-Party - $175

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

Dinner for Table of 8 - $800

Includes dinner for 8, and live & silent auctions.

A tax-deductible amount of $60 per $100 ticket, $100 per $150 ticket, or $115 per $175 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
    -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 2025 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!

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