The 2026 New York Gala
7:00 - 11:00pm
The 2026 New York Gala will be held on Sunday, April 19, 2026 from 7-11pm at the iconic Rainbow Room. The evening begins with a cocktail reception on the 65th floor of 30 Rockefeller Plaza, followed by a multi-course dinner, dancing, and a spirited silent and live auction.
The 2026 Cœur d’Art Award will be presented to Harry Nuriev, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to contemporary art and design. Harry is the founder and creative director of Crosby Studios, which he established in 2014. His multidisciplinary practice spans immersive environments, public spaces, virtual installations, and furniture and object design. Harry’s work was most recently featured at the Louvre as part of Louvre Couture, the museum’s first exhibition dedicated to fashion and one of the most visited exhibitions in its history.
Additionally, the 2026 Cœur de Philanthropie Award will be posthumously presented to Patrick A. Gerschel (1946–2025), honoring his lasting legacy as a founding figure of American Friends of the Louvre. Patrick served as AFL’s inaugural Treasurer from 2002 to 2024, playing a defining role in shaping the organization’s financial stewardship while supporting numerous major initiatives through both leadership and personal philanthropy. His commitment to cultural exchange and the arts was further recognized by the French government when he was named an Officier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres and a Chevalier of the Légion d’honneur.
Tickets and tables are available for purchase now!