
Plein Air Gala
June 14, 2025
6:00pm ~ 9:00pm
Join us for a beautiful evening at the Fine Arts Museum of Gloucester.
Imagine an elegant evening at the museum where art, culture, and community come together in perfect harmony. As you arrive, you're greeted with a glass of chilled bubbly while the gentle hum of live cello music from Joshua Sierra Delgado fills the air. Tables adorned with twinkling candles and fresh floral arrangements set the scene as guests mingle while enjoying a selection of gourmet hors d’oeuvres from Everyday Gourmet and an oyster bar, all paired with wines, cocktails, and a martini bar! The highlight of the evening is the unveiling of 150 stunning Plein Air paintings, created throughout the week by gifted artists who captured the beauty of the surrounding landscapes.
Become a Patron to enter a lottery ahead of the general public for the first pick of these breathtaking works. The excitement builds as names are drawn, with each winner stepping forward to claim their chosen masterpiece.
Additionally, Patrons are invited to the exclusive pre-gala party scheduled for Thursday, June 12th, where you will have the chance to enjoy (and purchase!) a special sneak peek of the remarkable paintings before the highly anticipated Gala opening!
Just the Facts!
6pm ~ Gala Begins
7:00pm ~ Awards Presentation
7:30pm Patron’s Lottery Begins
9pm ~ Gala Ends
Directions to the Fine Arts Museum of Gloucester
The Met Gala in our own backyard!
Put on your finest attire and walk up our red-carpeted steps while enjoying a glass of prosecco to view the Heart of the River Collection. Our 2025 Plein Air artists have selected their five finest works from the week to enter into the competition. Over $27,000 is a stake for the artists. Awards include Best in Show, Artist’s Choice, and Best Virginia Artists among others. The museum will be decked out in its most glamorous attire and ready for you to select your favorite painting! Will you agree with the Judge? What lottery number will you have?

“The arts are a celebration of life.”
— Michael Douglas