2026 Ceramics Social

It’s Time to Get Social
Everson’s Signature Fundraising Event

We are excited to bring back the very popular Ceramics Social, the Everson Museum of Art’s signature fundraising event, inspired by our café, Louise. This special evening is a celebration of ceramics, the Everson, and the arts in Central New York, offering an exciting and unique experience for all who attend.

Beyond the auction, guests will enjoy a live pottery demonstration, the opportunity to try a hands-on throwing experience, as well as an evening of creativity, conversation, and connection– all while supporting the Everson’s mission to make art accessible to all. Proceeds from the event directly fund the Museum’s exhibitions, educational programs, and community outreach efforts, ensuring that the Everson continues to be a leader in the arts.

The Everson is for everyone, a place where community connects and inspiration surrounds you.

The Everson is a museum of firsts. It was the first museum to dedicate itself to the collection of American art, to create a permanent collection of ceramics, to collect video art, to create a docent program and to hire the now internationally known architect I.M. Pei to design its building, a sculptural work of art in its own right. The Everson is home to more than 10,000 works of art: American paintings, sculpture, drawings, video, graphics and one of the largest holdings of international ceramics in the nation.

 Thursday, June 4, 2026
 Everson Museum of Art 
6:00pm (5:30pm for Patron ticket holders)

 The Everson’s Signature Fundraising Event 

We are excited to invite you to The Ceramics Social, the Everson Museum of Art’s signature fundraising event. This special evening is a celebration of ceramics, the Everson, and the arts in Central New York, offering an exciting and unique experience for all who attend. 

The auction will also feature artwork by Arlene Abend, generously donated by her daughter Tema Abend. All proceeds will benefit the Arlene Abend Artistic Fund, which aims to support and inspire women in the arts. 

Beyond the auction, guests will enjoy a live pottery demonstration, the opportunity to try a hands-on throwing experience, as well as an evening of creativity, conversation, and connection — all while supporting the Everson’s mission to make art accessible to all. Proceeds from the event directly fund the Museum’s exhibitions, educational programs, and community outreach efforts, ensuring that the Everson continues to be a leader in the arts.