Friends With Benefits at The Suter Art Gallery
A 10-Year Anniversary Auction for The Suter Art Gallery
Celebrate ten years since The Suter’s redevelopment with a special one-night fundraising auction.
Friends With Benefits is a nod to the supporters who help keep the Gallery open and the many people who benefit from having a vibrant public arts space in our region.
Since reopening, The Suter has welcomed close to a million visitors and delivered exhibitions and programmes for schools and communities across the region. This event helps ensure that work continues into the next decade.
Enjoy an evening of art, conversation, and good company, with a curated live auction, special lots, delicious canapés, and exceptional wines.
Fri, 1 May, 5pm – 7pm
The Suter Art Gallery
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Ten years after reopening its redeveloped gallery, The Suter is marking the milestone with a one-night fundraising auction on Friday 1 May 2026.
The redevelopment of the Gallery a decade ago was made possible through the support of the community. Ten years on, we are once again inviting the community to help shape the Gallery’s next decade.
The anniversary auction, titled Friends with Benefits, recognises the supporters who help keep the Gallery open and the many people who benefit from having a public gallery in the region.
Why It Matters
Running a gallery like The Suter comes with real costs.
Nelson City Council funding covers around 60% of the Gallery’s operating costs. The remaining 40% must be earned or raised.
Funds raised through the auction will help the Gallery:
- care for its collection
- maintain the historic gallery building
- support the work that happens behind the scenes
- ensure The Suter remains a vibrant and accessible hub for the arts
The Night
An evening of art, conversation and good company.
- Great canapés
- Exceptional wines
- Auction of lots
The event will bring together collectors, supporters and friends of the Gallery by invitation.
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