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LACMA Raises Record $11.5 Million at Opening Gala for David Geffen Galleries
Saturday, April 18, 2026 · 1 min read
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) raised nearly $11.5 million during an opening gala for the David Geffen Galleries on April 16, 2026. The event, which set a new fundraising record for the institution, celebrated the completion of the new permanent collection building designed by architect Peter Zumthor. Proceeds from the gala, which was attended by 820 guests and sponsored by Genesis, East West Bank, and Gucci, will support the opening of the new facility.
- People: Peter Zumthor, David Geffen
- Museums: Los Angeles County Museum of Art, LACMA, David Geffen Galleries
- Locations: Los Angeles, California
- Prices: $11.5 million
Originally via LACMA · Curated by The Cultural Signal
Photo by Hasnain Sikora on Unsplash
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