2026 Gala at The Reading Public Museum

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• Time: 6:30pm-Midnight
• Attire: Formal
• Parking: Valet Optional
• Catering by Chef David Casey of Simply Smooth, Desserts by Sweet Street
• Entertainment by Erich Cawalla and The Uptown Band

The Gala at the Reading Public Museum returns Saturday, April 25! This event will mark the triumphant revival of a signature philanthropic event that first began in 1992.

The 2026 Gala promises an unforgettable evening of elegance and impact — a formal celebration where philanthropy meets spectacle in support of the Reading Public Museum’s vibrant future. Set amid the timeless beauty of The Museum’s century-old historic galleries, this dazzling event will blend exquisite entertainment with purpose, benefiting a beloved institution dedicated to lifelong learning, cultural enrichment, and scientific discovery. Guests will be immersed in a night of refinement and generosity, giving back to a museum that has inspired minds and hearts for generations.

Proceeds from the Gala will directly benefit The Museum’s exhibitions, educational programs, Neag Planetarium, and the care of its 25-acre Arboretum.

The 2026 Gala Committee: Ann Calvaresi-Barr, Dr. Mark Dougherty, Caroline Hill, Laurie Kirkpatrick, Zerena Klajbor-Boyer, Fred Nice, Esq.

Thank you to our sponsors:

• Benefactor Sponsor:

• Visionary Sponsors:

Michael Palm Foundation

• Silent Auction Sponsors:

• In-Kind Sponsors: