Art on the Rocks-The CRMA's Only Art Auction Event of the Year!
Cedar Rapids, Iowa—Be our rock and support the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art (CRMA) at Art on the Rocks! Friday, November 5 and Saturday, November 6, 2010 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
What is Art on the Rocks? An 'avalanche' of original art! Each night's 'volcanic' silent auction will feature more than 30 original pieces from 25+ artists. Unique works will be presented each evening with signature pieces constant both nights for continual bidding. Patrons attending Friday can submit a reserve bid on signature art, to be included in Saturday's bidding.
Each evening will include delicious hors d'oeuvres and complementing wines, as well as live music by the lapointes. This event is just a 'stone's throw' away at Adams Tile & Stone, 1198 Grand Avenue, Marion.
Select a Night! Select your favored evening to party or purchase tickets to attend both nights. Each night will include food, beverage, and unique art! Friday, November 5 and Saturday, November 6. (Limited number of tickets available each night).
Tickets are $50 CRMA Members and $55 Non-Members. For additional information or to make your reservations today, please contact Special Events Coordinator, Beth Roof at 319.366.7503 ext. 213 or broof@crma.org or make your reservations online at www.crma.org. Tickets will also be available for purchase the night of the event, but advanced reservations are encouraged.
Can’t make the event, but still want to bid on the amazing art? Join us for a special Silent Auction Preview at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art on Tuesday, November 2 and Wednesday, November 3 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. or by appointment. Contact Development Director, Kelly Leusch at 319.366.7503 ext. 207 for more information.
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The mission of the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art is to excite, engage and educate our community and visitors through our collection, exhibitions and programs. The Museum’s collection contains more than 5,800 works of art by hundreds of artists, including the world's largest collection of works by Grant Wood. For more information on exhibitions or related programs call the Museum at 319.366.7503 or visit the Museum's web site at www.crma.org. The CRMA is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, with extended hours and free general admission from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday. The CRMA is also open noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, but closed Monday and major holidays.