yellowstone art auction 58
the annual yellowstone art auction is the yam’s signature fundraising event
58th annual Art Auction at the Yellowstone Art Museum
The Art Auction is one of the YAM’s most treasured opportunities to spotlight celebrated regional artwork, introduce emerging artists, and inspire patrons at every stage of collecting. The YAM’s juried Art Auction exhibition showcases a diverse range of artworks available for Silent Auction, including a Small Works subset, in addition to a select grouping of Live-Auction-only pieces. Participating artists are generously donating a percentage of the sale of each piece in support of the YAM.
Art Auction Sponsors
Starlight Sponsor
Lornel Baker
Twilight Sponsors
Deborah Anspach & John Hanson
Jen & Steve Corning
Bess Lovec
Larry & Ruth Martin
Kim & Don Olsen
Kay & Gary Ruhle
Linda Shelhamer & Stephen Haradan
Matt & Stephanie Stroud
Susan Sullivan & Steve Zabawa
A&E+SMA Designs
Billings Clinic
Eide Bailly LLP
First Interstate Bank
Kampgrounds of America
The Oakland Companies—Gary & Melissa Oakland
Red Lodge Clay Center
Stockman Bank
Community Star Partners
Montague’s Jewelers
Phillips 66
Toucan
General Events Timeline — More details & tickets coming soon!
Opening Reception & Artists’ Party
Friday, February 6, 2026 // 5 – 8 PM
Mingle with the auction artists and place first bids on Silent Auction items while enjoying music, dancing, quick finish art, and hors d’oeuvres.
Auction Artist Conversations — Free & Open to the public
Thursdays, February 12, 19, & 26 // Reception at 5 PM, Talk at 5:30 PM
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- Joe Taylor // Thursday, February 12
- Selisa Rausch // Thursday, February 19
- Jennifer Pulchinski // Thursday, February 26
THE NIGHT Gala & Live Auction
Saturday, March 7, 2026 // 5 PM
The Night Gala & Live Auction will conclude the YAM’s signature fundraiser with final in-person bids placed on Silent Auction artworks followed by a thoughtfully plated dinner by PREROGATIvE Kitchen, and the highly anticipated Live Auction. Tickets are available at various levels on the YAM’s website or by calling the front desk. Seating is very limited and we recommend purchasing tickets early.
Event Sponsorships
Event Sponsorships for the 58th annual Yellowstone Art Auction are now available! To inquire about our wide range of opportunities, please contact YAM’s Development Director, Barbara Schneeman, at:
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Absentee & Call-In Bidding
Bidders unable to attend the live auction can place absentee bids in advance, or call in a live bid during the event. To learn more about registering an Absentee Bid, or Call-In Bidding, please contact us at development@artmuseum.org.
For More Information Contact:
General Information
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events@artmuseum.org
Volunteer Opportunities
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development@artmuseum.org
