For the past 22 years, MCASD’s premier Membership groups — the Contemporary Collectors and the International Collectors — have provided significant funds for the acquisition of new works for the Museum’s collection through their annual dues. Thanks to the Collectors’ support over two decades, the Museum has been able to add more than 75 works to the collection, many by young artists who have since gone on to wide renown, such as John Currin, Lorna Simpson, and Bill Viola.

This year’s selections include a variety of works assembled by MCASD’s curatorial staff to be voted on for purchase at the Collectors’ annual selection dinner. Featuring an array of media, including sculpture, painting, and sound installation, the proposed selections are by both established and emerging artists. The exhibition of these works is accompanied by other major pieces purchased by the Collector groups, demonstrating the importance of these groups as the Museum continues to grow its collection.