ANNUAL AUCTION & BENEFIT PARTY
An extension of Transformer’s overall cutting edge aesthetic,
the Auction is our annual celebration of DC’s contemporary art community.
PAST AUCTIONS
Transformer’s Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party is a large-scale exhibition of artworks by local, national, and international emerging and established artists. Presented in partnership with cultural institutions including American University Katzen Arts Center, GW Corcoran College of the Arts and Design, Mexican Cultural Institute, Halcyon House, and Pepco Edison Place Gallery.
An extension of Transformer’s overall cutting edge aesthetic, the Auction is our annual celebration of DC’s contemporary art community.
Featured artworks are selected by a nominating committee of curators, artists, and arts professionals to provide both new and experienced collectors with a unique opportunity to purchase exceptional creations by stellar artists.
UPCOMING:
The Kaleidoscope Effect
Transformer’s 22nd Annual Benefit Art Auction & Gala
Exhibition: November 7 — 20, 2026
Gala Night: November 21, 2026
The LINE DC
MORE DETAILS TO COME!
Everything is Everything
Transformer’s 21st Annual Benefit Art Auction & Gala
November 8 — 22, 2025
The LINE DC
Inspired by themes of interconnection & inclusivity - Transformer’s Everything is Everything Benefit Art Auction & Gala will present over 140+ artworks in a public exhibition throughout the LINE DC’s gorgeous property in the heart of Adams Morgan, DC.
Transcendence: Exhibition & Benefit Auction Gala
November 9 — 22, 2024
American University Katzen Arts Center
Transcendence, Transformer’s 20th Annual Auction Exhibition & Benefit Gala is a celebration of innovative contemporary art and artists that rise above the fray, with 160+ artworks in a variety of mediums by a dynamic mix of emerging & more established artists, as well as unique experiences, all up for bidding & buying! All proceeds from Transcendence support Transformer and the participating artists.
The Invincible Visible: Exhibition & Benefit Auction Gala
November 4 — 18, 2023
American University Katzen Arts Center
The Invincible Visible will featured 150+ artworks in a variety of mediums by DC, national, and international emerging & more established artists bringing visibility to new generations of emerging artists, and highlighting the invincible spirit of innovative contemporary art.
Transformer20: Retrospective Exhibition & Benefit Auction Gala
November 11 — December 10, 2022
The GW Corcoran School of the Arts & Design
A dynamic, large-scale exhibition featuring one hundred artworks by artists from across our twenty years of exhibitions, as well as a deep dive into the organization’s extensive archives.
ENVISIONING
Benefit Exhibition & Online Auction
November 6 — 21, 2021
American University Katzen Arts Center & Online at transformerdc.org
Featuring 100+ artworks in a variety of mediums, dimensions and prices, by a dynamic diversity of DC & national artists.
16th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
October 26, 2019
The GWU Corcoran School of the Arts and Design
Auction Diplomatic Chair, H.E. Emily Haber, the Ambassador of Germany
15th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 17, 2018
Corcoran School of the Arts and Design
Auction Diplomatic Chairs, Mr. Haris Lalacos, the Ambassador of Greece, & Mrs. Anna Michalopoulou
14th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 18, 2017
American University’s Katzen Arts Center
Auction Diplomatic Chairs, His Excellency Mr. Lars G. Lose, the Ambassador of Denmark, & Mrs. Ulla Rønberg
13th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
Saturday, November 19, 2016
American University’s Katzen Arts Center
Auction Diplomatic Chairs, Armando Varricchio, the Ambassador of Italy, & Mrs. Varricchio
12th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 21, 2015
American University’s Katzen Arts Center
Auction Diplomatic Chair, Gérard Araud, the Ambassador of France
11th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 22, 2014
American University’s Katzen Arts Center
Auction Diplomatic Chairs, Björn Lyrvall, the Ambassador of Sweden, & Madeleine Lyrvall
10th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 15, 2013
Corcoran Gallery of Art
Auction Diplomatic Chair, Carlos Urrutia, the former Ambassador of Colombia
9th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 30, 2012
Corcoran Gallery of Art
Auction Diplomatic Chair, His Excellency Ramón Gil-Casares, the Ambassador of Spain
8th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 18, 2011
Corcoran Gallery of Art
Auction Diplomatic Chair, His Excellency Ramón Gil-Casares, the Ambassador of Spain
7th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 13, 2010
The Mexican Cultural Institute
Auction Diplomatic Chairs, Arturo Sarukhan, The Ambassador of Mexico, and Mrs. Veronica Valencia Sarukhan
6th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 7, 2009
The Mexican Cultural Institute
Auction Diplomatic Chairs, His Excellency Arturo Sarukhan, the Ambassador of Mexico, and Mrs. Veronica Valencia-Sarukhan
5th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 15, 2008
Halcyon House
4th Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 17, 2007
Halcyon House
3rd Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
November 4, 2006
Edison Place Gallery
2nd Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
October 29, 2005
Fusebox Gallery
1st Annual Silent Auction & Benefit Party
June 30, 2004
Fusebox Gallery
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