SUPPORT THE
ART OF CANADA

May 31, 2025

Join us for an unforgettable evening of good food and wine, live music, and dancing—all in support of the art of Canada.

A Message from the Executive Director & Chief Curator

From students on their first school trip to an art gallery, to international visitors discovering legendary Canadian artists, to the neighbours who hike our beloved trails, the McMichael offers a place of respite and discovery.

We hear it every day in the comments we receive and encounters we have with educators, artists, families and visitors to our museum. Whether it’s a close encounter with a work of Inuit art, a breathtaking moment with a landscape by the Group of Seven, or a first glimpse at an emerging artist on the rise, a visit to the McMichael opens new vistas on what it means to be a part of this great country. As we grow in the years ahead, and bring the art of Canada to new and far-flung venues, we remain committed to finding new ways to serve our community through the transformative power of art. Your support makes this possible.

I look forward to continuing to update you on our shared progress and hope to celebrate with you in May under the stars on the opening day of our special summer show Morrice in Venice.

Sincerely,

SARAH MILROY

2025 Moonlight Gala
Committee

Debra Fenwick, Co-Chair

Laura Mirabella, Co-Chair

Paul Bailey

Elvira Caria

Nella Contardi

Sonia Contardi

Joyce Frustaglio

Phillip Gevik

Corban Hu

Matthew Liberatore

Jacoline Loewen

Mariangela Muia

Susan Reid

Glenn Sakaki

Mandy Siu

Mike Soragnese

To sponsor the Moonlight Gala, please reach out to our Development Officer via email. For all other Gala-related inquiries, feel free to connect with us.

Highlights from
2024 Moonlight Gala

Funds raised at the Moonlight Gala directly support the McMichael’s award-winning exhibitions and publications, impactful educational programs and restoration of the heritage grounds. This wonderful night is made possible thanks to the generous contributions of our sponsors, donors and in-kind partners to whom we extend our deep gratitude.

Please visit the 2024 Moonlight Gala microsite for messages from our Executive Director and Chief Curator, Co-Chairs and respected dignitaries, and for a list of our 2024 sponsors.

SUPPORT THE
ART OF CANADA

Your support helps the McMichael produce award-winning exhibitions and publications, deliver impactful educational programs, and maintain the beautiful grounds and trails we all love. If you’d like to make a donation to the Moonlight Gala in addition to your ticket purchase, or if you are unable to attend and would like to contribute, please contact us.

Moonlight Gala 2025 Inspirational Image: James Wilson Morrice (Canadian 1865–1924), Corner of the Doge’s Palace, Venice (detail), c.1901, oil on board, Bequest of Miss Margaret Rousseaux, 1958, photo: Mike Lalich, 2023, Art Gallery of Hamilton

Thank you to our 2025 Moonlight Gala Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsors

The MacNamara
Family

Bronze Sponsors

Ray and Stacie
Stanton

Copper Sponsors
Community Sponsors

Garden
Group

Creative Partner
Media Agency Partner
Newspaper Media Partner
Out-of-Home Media Partner
Valet Sponsor
Print Partner
Media Partners
Media Sponsor
Social Media Sponsor
Video Production Partner