For more than 35 years, the MassArt Auction has celebrated the power of creativity while raising critical funds for student scholarships and academic programs. For over a decade, the Auction has raised more than $1 million annually—and we’re excited to continue the momentum in 2026!
President Mary K. Grant, Auction Co-Chairs Elizabeth Lowrey H’19 and Marc Wurbel, and the 2026 MassArt Auction Committee invite you to join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026 for an unforgettable night of art, community, and impact.
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Saturday, April 11, 2026
Doors open at 6:30 PM | Event ends at 11:00 PM
Enter through the Tower Building entrance at the corner of Evans Way and Huntington Avenue, just past MassArt’s new logo sign.
Dress Code
There is no formal dress code—but we encourage guests to wear their most creative, fun, and festive cocktail attire!
Check-In & Registration
While there are no physical tickets for the Auction, all guests must purchase tickets and register in advance on Bidsquare to attend.
To breeze through check-in:
The Live Auction begins at 8:00 PM EDT and will take place in real time, in person and online, led by Auctioneer Karen M. Keane.
The Silent Auction will close the following day on Sunday, April 12 at 12:00 PM EDT. Maximum bids can be entered by logging in to the “My Bids” section of your Bidsquare profile.
To learn more about how to bid and collect artwork, visit our Bid and Buy Art page.
Have questions? Contact us at auction@massart.edu.
Your support of the MassArt Auction is an investment in the quality education MassArt offers to a diverse community of talented and deserving students. We could not do this without you!
Explore our 2026 Sponsors and PartnersReserved Parking
Reserved parking is available for sponsors and their guests in MassArt’s Ward Street Lot (135 Ward Street, Boston).
Upon arrival, please let the parking attendant know you are attending the MassArt Auction. After parking, cross Huntington Avenue and follow the sidewalk toward campus.
If the Ward Street Lot is full, the attendant will direct you to overflow parking in the nearby Wentworth West Lot on Ruggles Street.
Other Parking Options
Metered parking may be available on streets surrounding the Huntington Avenue campus. Public parking garages in the area are also reasonably convenient, though rates may vary by location.
Public Transit
Take the MBTA Green Line “E” to Longwood Medical Area
Or ride the #39 or CT2 bus
Saturday, April 4 – Thursday, April 9, 2026
Design and Media Center, MassArt
Bidding opens April 4 on Bidsquare—view all works included in the Live and Silent Auctions, installed as a campus exhibition and open by appointment.
Schedule your Appointment Today (opens in new tab)Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 8:00 PM
Design and Media Center, MassArt + Online via Bidsquare
Live Auction program with Auctioneer Karen M. Keane, MassArt Trustee and Chairman Emerita at Bonhams Skinner. Open to both in-person and online bidders. Place absentee and maximum bids starting April 4.
Get Tickets (opens in new tab)Saturday, April 4 – Sunday April 12:00PM, 2026 | 12:00 PM
Bidding for the Silent Auction artwork opens on April 4. The “Buy Now!” feature is available through 12 PM on April 10. Bidding closes the day after the Auction event on April 12 at 12PM. Maximum bids may be placed through the “My Bids” section of your Bidsquare account.
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