LACMA Celebrates its 30th Annual Collectors Committee Weekend with Record-Breaking Acquisitions Totaling Over $6.4 Million

(Los Angeles, April 17, 2016)—The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) announces the acquisition of five artworks and two collections during the museum’s 30th annual Collectors Committee fundraiser. Helmed by LACMA trustee, Collectors Committee chair, and Acquisitions Committee co-chair Ann Colgin, the event featured a weekend of curator-led art presentations, private dinners at the homes of major LACMA supporters, and a gala dinner—including a live auction—where members voted on artworks to add to the museum’s permanent collection. This year, the 79 voting members raised more than $6.4 million, breaking records for the event.