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Laguna Art Museum is delighted to unveil details of its highly anticipated 43rd Annual California Cool Art Auction benefiting Laguna Art Museum. This marquee event, showcasing the best of California art, will take place beginning on February 15, 2025, with both online and in-person events offering art enthusiasts an unparalleled experience.
Bidding for the auction opens online on February 19 via Bidsquare, featuring a curated selection of works from many of California’s most acclaimed artists. The artwork will also be available for preview in person at the museum with paid admission beginning on February 15 or virtually on Bidsquare starting February 19.
The festivities culminate on March 1, 2025, with an unforgettable in-person benefit event at Laguna Art Museum from 6–10 P.M. The evening promises an electrifying live auction, a paddle raise, specialty cocktails and appetizers, live music, artist meet-and-greets and a red-carpet experience.
Photo by Hailley Howard. Courtesy of Laguna Art Museum
“We’re proud to host a night that not only celebrates incredible art and artists but also directly supports Laguna Art Museum’s vibrant educational and exhibition programs,” said Julie Perlin Lee, Executive Director of Laguna Art Museum. “The California Cool Art Auction is a true highlight of our year, offering an exciting mix of emerging and established talent in California’s dynamic art scene.”
Exhibitions and Auction Details
In addition to the main event, a portion of the auction collection will be on view in a special exhibition titled Only OC, opening on January 25. The remainder of the auction collection will be on view at the museum beginning February 15.
The museum-curated auction lineup includes over 100 works from sought-after California artists. Proceeds directly benefit the museum’s major initiatives, including exhibitions, educational programs and community outreach efforts, ensuring Laguna Art Museum’s continued impact in 2025 and beyond.
March 1 Benefit Highlights
Guests at the live event will enjoy:
- A dynamic live auction and paddle raise led by Auctioneer, Zack Krone
- A silent auction on Bidsquare offering the convenience of bidding in-room or remotely
- Specialty cocktails and hors d’oeuvres crafted for the occasion
- Exclusive artist meet-and-greets
- Live music and a red-carpet welcome
Tickets and Sponsorship Opportunities
Tickets for this exclusive event are available now at 41554.blackbaudhosting.com/41554/2025-California-Cool-Art-Auction-Benefit-and-Bash.
For those looking to amplify their impact, sponsorship opportunities are still available. Sponsors receive VIP benefits, including early art previews, event tickets and invitations to exclusive gatherings—all while championing Laguna Art Museum’s mission.
For more information about the 43rd Annual California Cool Art Auction and Laguna Art Museum, visit lagunaartmuseum.org. To stay connected and learn about upcoming events, follow the museum on Facebook, Instagram and X.
About Laguna Art Museum
Founded by local artists in 1918, Laguna Art Museum has celebrated California art and culture at the heart of the community for over a century. The museum offers a welcoming space for artists, donors, members and visitors, each bringing unique energy that drives its mission forward. As “Your Museum,” Laguna Art Museum builds on a legacy of inspiring creativity, sustainability and reflection on California’s natural environment through exhibitions, events and educational programs. The museum presents exhibitions that highlight the California experience and is home to the annual Art + Nature. With each visit, Laguna Art Museum invites people from near and far to join in its journey of community, art and environmental awareness.
For more information, please visit www.lagunaartmuseum.org
Location
Laguna Art Museum is located at 307 Cliff Drive in Laguna Beach, on the corner of Coast Highway and Cliff Drive.
Hours
Tuesday-Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Closed Mondays, except Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth and Labor Day.
Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
