Philadelphia Sketch Club
Philadelphia Sketch Club 166th Anniversary Gala
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Darryl McCray, Alexandra Tyng, and Adrian Martinez in the Sketch Club garden

Saturday, November 14, 2026

Masterpieces
and Muses

A costume gala fundraiser at America’s oldest artists’ club. Three medals. One night on Camac Street. 6–10 PM.

The medals

Three artists. One historic night.

The Philadelphia Sketch Club Medal of Honor is given for significant achievement in the visual arts. This year it belongs to Alexandra Tyng, Adrian Martinez, and Darryl “Cornbread” McCray.

Darryl Cornbread McCray
Medal of Honor

Darryl “Cornbread” McCray

Alexandra Tyng
Medal of Honor

Alexandra Tyng

Adrian Martinez
Medal of Honor

Adrian Martinez

Live auction in the Sketch Club gallery

The evening

Hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and a room full of work.

Proceeds keep the clubhouse open — exhibitions, workshops, archives, and the next 166 years on this alley.

Where235 South Camac Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
WhenSaturday, November 14, 2026 · 6:00–10:00 PM
DressCreative Cocktail, Black Tie or Costume
Painting offered at auction

Bid

Live. Silent. Online.

A live auction from the gallery floor. A silent auction in the rooms downstairs. An online auction — experiences, services, and works — open to anyone. Tickets are not required to bid online. Bidding closes November 17.

Go to the Auction Booklet & Donated Works

Be in the room

Three ways to come.

Every ticket includes entry, deluxe hors d’oeuvres, complimentary bar, and a gift bag. Additional tiers are on the purchase page.

Patron
$175

Reserved seating and booklet listing. $125 tax deductible.

Art Supporter
$75

Full evening — food, bar, gift bag. $25 tax deductible.

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Guests at the Sketch Club

November 14

Come join us.

Dress as a masterpiece. Dress as a muse. Or dress for dinner on Camac Street.

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