August 14, 2025— The Miller Art Museum is excited to announce thattickets are available for its 50th Anniversary Celebration and Fundraising Gala, taking place Friday, September 12, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at the newly restored Door County Granary on Sturgeon Bay’s west waterfront. This milestone event will honor the museum’s half-century legacy while raising vital support for its mission to connect artists and community with opportunities to explore, appreciate, and advance the visual arts.
From its founding in 1975 as the vision of celebrated Door County artist Gerhard CFMiller to its role today as a cultural pillar for the Door County Peninsula, the Miller Art Museum has been a gathering place for creativity, dialogue, and inspiration for generations. This golden anniversary marks a unique opportunity to reflect on the museum’s impact and to imagine its next 50 years of artistic growth and community engagement.
“This celebration is about so much more than marking 50 years—it’s about honoring the people, the Miller’s vision, and the shared commitment that have made the Miller Art Museum what it is today. We’re excited to gather in such a meaningful space, surrounded by friends old and new––those that have shaped who we are––and to dream about the future we will create together.”
Set against Sturgeon Bay west waterfront, the Door County Granary—once a workinggrain elevator and now a beautifully reimagined event venue—will provide awarm, timber-framed backdrop for the evening’s festivities. Guests will enjoy a plated dinner by Crave Cuisine, music by Grammy®-nominated cellist Hans Christian, and opportunities to bid in in-person live and silent auctions, and to support a paddle raise, all to benefit the museum’s programming.
The evening promises an elegant blend of culinary artistry, live music, and community engagement. Tickets include admission, full-plated dinner,and access to all activities. Seating is limited, and early purchase is encouraged. Tickets and more information can be found at https://tinyurl.com/5x3uhsvr.
“The community is invited to join in celebrating what the organization has accomplished, where it is today, and where it is going. In advance, we thank ourcommunity for the generous support in helping the Miller Art Museum to grow and serve our community in a greater capacity!” Gigstead continued.
For additional information about the event, tickets, underwriting opportunities, or sponsorship inquiries, please contact Elizabeth Meissner-Gigstead, Executive Director, at 920.746.0707 or .