Coveted Couture Gala

Photo of chinoiserie planters in the fountain in front of Mint Museum Randolph

Gala Silent Auction is now LIVE!

Bidding ends April 26 at Midnight.

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THE 2025 COVETED COUTURE Silent Auction

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New this year, we are excited to offer an online silent auction as part of the 12th Annual Coveted Couture Gala. Whether attending in person or from afar, you can bid on exclusive vacation packages, unique experiences, luxury items, and more—all in support of The Mint Museum.

Exclusive Getaways: Luxurious resorts in St. Barth’s, Turks and Caicos, and St. Lucia, plus unparalleled escapes in Aspen, Colorado, the Blue Ridge Mountains, Costa Rica, and Nantucket, plus many more.
Luxury & Leisure: Fashion, fine dining, and personalized experiences.
Art & Collectibles: Signed memorabilia and rare artwork.

Don’t miss your chance to bid on these extraordinary experiences while supporting the Mint’s exhibitions, education programs, and community engagement.

Thank you for the generosity of the silent auction sponsors

Amina Rubinacci
Anne Neilson Fine Art
Arzberger Stationers
Capitol
Sherrard Georgius
Grace Bay Club
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club
Kristin Heinrich
Jane Scott Hodges/Leontine Linens
Hotel Esencia
Lovin’ Life Music Fest
Malliouhana
Mollie Aspen
Nayara Gardens
Rick Newton/Resort Capital Partners
Primland Resort
Linda Foard Roberts
Rosewood Le Guanahani
Secret Bay
SkinSpirit
SOCO Gallery
Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort
The Inn & Club at Harbour Town
White Elephant Nantucket
Toccare Day Spa

 

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Celebrate our 12th annual Coveted Couture Gala

The Mint Museum’s 12th Annual Coveted Couture Gala will be a spectacular evening celebrating the opening of ANNIE LEIBOVITZ / WORK, a landmark retrospective of one of the most influential photographers of our time.

The evening will be a stunning black-tie affair under a beautifully adorned tent on the lawn of Mint Museum Randolph. Guests will enjoy a cocktail hour, a seated dinner, live auction and paddle raise, and dancing at the Mint After Party—crafted to create an unforgettable experience that celebrates the Mint’s vital role in the community and the arts.

We are proud to have Beverly and Mark Ladley and Leigh-ann and Martin Sprock as our gala co-chairs. With their leadership, we are confident this will be a fabulous, festive, and “picture perfect” evening on April 26, 2025.

For Coveted Couture Gala information, please contact Lauren Hartnagel at 704.337.2112 or email lauren.hartnagel@mintmuseum.org

 

Coveted Couture Gala After-Party
9:30 PM-Midnight

The Coveted Couture Gala After Party kicks off at 9:30 PM and is the perfect way to cap off an elegant evening. Tickets to the After Party are $50 per person, which includes cocktails, light bites, and dancing. It’s an unmissable opportunity to continue the celebration!

Each year, the Coveted Couture Gala brings together the Mint’s most valued supporters.

Major donors, corporate leaders, civic advocates, museum patrons, and artists—for an unforgettable evening. As the museum’s largest annual fundraiser, this event generates critical contributions towards the Mint Annual Fund, supporting exhibitions, educational outreach, community engagement, and the preservation of the museum’s permanent collection.

Presenting Sponsors

We look forward to celebrating your arrival at Coveted Couture, the most fashion-forward, fun, and elegant event of the year.

– Hillary Cooper, chief advancement officer at The Mint Museum

About ANNIE LEIBOVITZ / WORK

For over five decades, Annie Leibovitz’s iconic images have shaped cultural narratives and graced the pages of Vanity Fair, Vogue, Rolling Stone, and more. This exhibition offers a profound exploration of her extraordinary legacy, capturing the essence of her cultural and artistic impact.

Previous Galas

This special evening is being presented by Regions-BlackArch and Society Awards, loyal and generous corporate supporters of the museum. We are also proud to share that Truist is the presenting sponsor of the exhibition Annie Leibovitz / Work exhibition. The fabulous Beverly and Mark Ladley and Leigh-ann and Martin Sprock are serving as our gala co-chairs.