Celebrating 70 Years

PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE

Saturday, April 18
6:00 PM
Bakersfield Museum of Art

A celebration of legacy, creativity, and what lies ahead. Where history is rediscovered, the present pulses, and the future unfolds.

Join the Bakersfield Museum of Art for an unforgettable evening to celebrate our 70th anniversary on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

The evening features a dinner catered by Bord A Petite, open bar, and silent auction of artwork selected by BMoA curator of exhibitions and collections Victor Gonzales and executive director and chief curator Gilbert Vicario.

Dress to intrigue. Expect the unexpected.

 
 
 

Thanks to our sponsors

 
 
 

Downs Equipment Rentals, Inc. 

Steve & Kathy Hair 

Christopher D. Hamilton, MD 

Barbara Grimm Marshall

Marko & Dominique Zaninovich

 
 
 
 

Antonio Beccari Advisory Solutions 

Daniel & Monica Cater 

Linda Fiddler & Jim Ross 

David & Catherine Gay 

Shirley Gordon 

Gregg & Fran Gunner 

Fred & Ginny Hamisch 

Dr. & Mrs. Tommy Lee 

Anthony & Dayna Leggio 

Nickel Family LLC 

Julie Riegel

Mary Trichell 

Jeff & Jenny Vaughan 

Sharon & Ralph Wegis 

The Wheeler Foundation 

 
 
 
 

Sheryl & Lou Barbich 

Bill & Sharon Bush 

Rogers & Esther Brandon 

Greg & Mary Bynum 

Citizens Business Bank

Rubae Griffin 

Laurie Maclin 

Tejon Indian Tribe 

Sparkle Uniform & Linen Service