Record sum of over $2 million raised at the 63rd edition of the Museum Ball
November 18, 2023
The 1,000 guests of the 63rd edition of the Museum Ball enjoyed an evening immersed in the creative world of visionary artist Marisol (1930-2016) and the exuberance of the 1960s and 1970s.
From left to right: Jo-Anne Duchesne, Director General of the MMFA Foundation; Stéphane Aquin, MMFA's Director; Sylvie Demers, President of the MMFA Foundation; Charles Emond, Museum Ball’s Honorary Co-Chair and President and CEO of the CDPQ, and France Margaret Bélanger, Museum Ball’s Honorary Co-Chair and President, Sports and Entertainment of Club de hockey Canadiens; André Dufour, President of the MMFA; and Mary-Dailey Desmarais, MMFA’s Chief Curator. Photo Frédéric Faddoul
The MMFA Foundation’s prestigious annual fundraiser, presented by Scotiabank, was once again met with outstanding support from an engaged community. A record sum of more than $2 million was raised to benefit the Museum’s main priority areas: programming, the enrichment of its collection, the maintenance and development of its educational and art therapy programs, and accessibility.
The highly anticipated event was co-chaired by Charles Emond, President and CEO of the CDPQ, and France Margaret Bélanger, President, Sports and Entertainment of Club de hockey Canadiens.
Photo Frédéric Faddoul
The artistic direction of the spectacular gallery transformation is credited to Valentine Hinfray and Alexandra Briand-Soucy. Various other galleries were designed by artists Cyndie Belhumeur, Nicolas Grenier and MissMe as well as the architecture firm NÓS.
This annual fundraiser represents an opportunity for its guests to actively contribute to the community and development of this grand museum – a place where people come together and exchange; a place that’s accessible and inviting to everyone, that celebrates art and allows us to dream of a more just and inclusive world. I’m profoundly moved by this demonstration of support, generosity and solidarity towards the Museum.
says Jo-Anne Duchesne
Information
The next edition of the Ball will be held on October 26, 2024. Tickets can be reserved now at: baldumusee@mbamtl.org
Presenting Sponsor of the 2023 MMFA Ball
Photo-Booth Sponsor
After-Ball Partner
Hospitality Partner
Lounge-Area Partner
Photo Frédéric Faddoul
Photo Frédéric Faddoul
Photo Alex Pittet
Photo Alex Pittet
Photo Alex Pittet
Reserve your tickets
The next edition of the Ball will be held on October 26, 2024.
Book your tickets now at baldumusee@mbamtl.org or by phone at 514-285-1600, ext. 431.
Become a sponsor
Discover all partnership opportunities with the Museum Ball by contacting Émilie Lucas, at elucas@mbamtl.org or 514-285-1600, ext. 105.
Your donations are essential
As a not-for-profit organization, the Museum largely relies on your donations to fulfill its cultural and social mission.
Thank you to the management of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts for its support, as well as to all of the Museum's employees who collaborated in the realization of this important fundraising event.
