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SPRING CRAFT WEEKEND: AN "I SPY" GALA

5/6/2023

 
On View: An “I Spy” Gala
Saturday, May 6 | 6pm - 9:30pm
Smithsonian American Art Museum Luce Center, 8th St NW & G St NW, Washington, DC
​$375 per JRACraft Member for Dinner
$395 per Non-Member for Dinner
$100 per person for After Hours only 
Free for Spring Craft Weekend Patrons
Immerse yourself in the collection of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, meander through the open storage of the Luce Foundation Center. Enjoy delectable dining, a celebratory awarding of our 2023 honorees, an auction of adventures and an interactive “I Spy” scavenger hunt exploring the stunning artworks that fill the space.

"After hours" guests join us at 8pm for drinks, a buffet of delectable desserts, selfie booth, and exclusive after-hour access to the Smithsonian American Art Museum Luce Center Open Storage for our "I Spy" Scavenger Hunt.

To register on the sign up page, select "Gala" and click the option box underneath to find the option to purchase After Hours Tickets.
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Learn more about the auction and submit an online absentee bid below!

Creative cocktail and artful attire. Limited on-street parking at meters; several 
paid parking garages are available in the neighborhood.
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JOIN US!
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JRACRAFT SPRING CRAFT WEEKEND AUCTION OF ​ADVENTURES

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​​FIRST TO THE PENLAND AUCTION
AUGUST 25 - 26
STARTING BID: $600

This is a rare opportunity to secure tickets to the famous Penland School of Craft Benefit Auction before anyone else and experience the local talent with a visit the newly founded Treats Studio in Spruce Pine, NC. 
  • 2 full-weekend tickets to the Penland School of Craft Benefit Auction
  • 3 night stay on the Penland campus
  • Meet and Greet Studio Tour of Treats Studio with JRACraft Chrysalis Awardee, Morgan Hill and Distinguished Artist Jack Mauch.
BID ON PENLAND NOW
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​​VIP EXPERIENCE AT CORNING
MUST BE REDEEMED BY THE END OF 2023
STARTING BID: $400
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​Four guests are invited to enjoy Corning Museum of Glass in true VIP style. This unique opportunity is planned by our 2023 Spring Craft Weekend honorees Amy Schwartz and Bill Gudenrath and comes complete with two private tours, lunch with the artists, an opportunity to try your hand at glassmaking and more!
  • Four guests are invited to enjoy Corning Museum of Glass in true VIP style
  • Two private tours
  • lunch with the artists
  • an opportunity to try your hand at glassmaking and more!​
bid on corning now
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​DETROIT CRAFT DELIGHT 
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​JUNE 6 - 10, 2023
STARTING BID: $600

​Detroit will be filled with craft this June! Do not miss this unique opportunity to experience the Glass Art Society (GAS) conference, GAS Firestarter Fundraiser and the Pewabic House & Garden Show Preview Party Fundraiser all happening the same week in Motor City.
  • Tickets to the Glass Art Society (GAS) conference
  • Tickets to GAS Firestarter Fundraiser
  • Tickets to the Pewabic House & Garden Show Preview Party Fundraiser
bid on detroit now
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​PHILADELPHIA CRAFTMONTH WEEKEND
NOVEMBER 3 - 5, 2023
STARTING BID: $250

Join CraftNOW Philadelphia as they celebrate CraftMONTH this November. This is your opportunity to have special access to experience the "Craft Capital" in a unique way. 
  • Four passes to the renowned Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show
  • Exclusive invitation to Ruth and Rick Snyderman’s private collection 
  • Director’s tour of The Museum for Art in Wood
bid on craftmonth now
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​BROADWAY IS CALLING
MUST BE REDEEMED BY OCTOBER 31, 2023
​STARTING BID: $1000
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Walk out of your downtown NY condo located on Billionaires’ Row, steps from the Russian Tea Room and Carnegie Hall to Broadway! Enjoy a stay in this apartment 38 floors in the sky with a view of Central Park and tickets to a show of your choice on Broadway.
  • Enjoy a two-night stay on Billionaires’ Row, steps from the Russian Tea Room and Carnegie Hall
  • 1 bedroom and 1-1/2 baths, is 38 floors in the sky and has a view of Central Park
  • Enjoy a pair of Broadway tickets and more!
bid on broadway now

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  • About Us
    • Who We Are
    • Awards >
      • Spring Craft Weekend Honorees
      • Chrysalis Award >
        • Chrysalis Application
      • One-Of-A-Kind
    • Renwick Gallery Support
    • Chihuly Fund
    • Volunteer / Employment
  • Upcoming
    • JRACraft Events
    • 2025 Spring Craft Weekend
    • Summer Classes
    • Distinguished Artist Series
    • JRACraft Day
    • Travel
    • Community Craft Calendar
  • Membership
    • Join Today!
    • Artist Members
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    • JRACraft News
    • Craft Quarterly
    • Sign up for our eNewsletters
  • DONATE