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Items Up for Bid in Our ARTrageous Silent Auction

Bid on these spectacular items and fabulous packages at the ARTrageous! silent auction, to be held at the Renwick Gallery on Wednesday, December 7th.

On the World's Stage

  • Tickets to The Comedy of Errors and dinner at Tosca
    Two complimentary tickets for the Shakespeare Theatre Company's The Comedy of Errors through January 8, 2006. Not valid for performances on Friday or Saturday nights. Ticket reservations must be made in advance. Donated by the Shakespeare Theatre Company. www.ShakespeareTheatre.org.
    After the performance, enjoy a romantic dinner for two at Tosca, featuring the finest contemporary northern Italian cuisine. Dinner for two does not include alcohol or gratuity. Donated by Tosca. www.toscadc.com.
  • Three-play subscriptions to Woolly Mammoth Theater Company's 2005/06 season and dinner for two at Clyde's of Gallery Place
    Two 3-play season subscriptions to Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company's 2005/2006 season, which includes Starving, The Faculty Room, and Horse Opera. Reservations must be made through the Woolly Mammoth box office. Reservations are valid for any evening except Saturday. For a complete schedule check www.woollymammoth.net. Donated by the Woolly Mammoth Theater Company.
    Just around the corner, in the heart of historic Penn Quarter, Clyde's of Gallery Place offers traditional American bistro fare. Dinner for two at Clyde's of Gallery Place does not include gratuity. Expires June 30, 2006. Donated by Clyde's Restaurant Group. www.clydes.com.
  • Two preview subscription tickets to 2005/06 season at the Washington Ballet and dinner at the Kennedy Center
  • Tickets to the Washington Opera and dinner at the Kennedy Center
  • Two tickets to Awake and Sing! at Arena Stage
    Two tickets to Arena's production of Awake and Sing! January 20 through March 5, 2006. Sunday through Thursday night performances only. Donated by Arena Stage. www.arenastage.org
  • Two tickets to any performance during the 2005/06 season at Signature Theatre
    Two tickets to any weekday performance of any show during the 2005-2006 season, which includes the plays Yemaya's Belly, Nevermore, Into the Woods and The Sex Habits of American Women. No Saturday performances. Expires August 1, 2006. Donated by Signature Theatre. www.signature-theatre.org.

Camping Out

  • Weekend stay for two nights and breakfast for two at the Grand Hyatt Washington and an invitation to an exclusive museum opening event

    Get away from it all without leaving town! Complimentary two-night stay (room and tax only) and breakfast for two in the Grand Café (alcohol & gratuity not included) at the Grand Hyatt Washington. Must be redeemed by December 7, 2006. Excludes December 31, 2005.

    Be part of the action! Join Smithsonian American Art Museum VIPs at one of the museum's private re-opening events. Event to be determined by the museum.
  • Weekend stay for two nights and breakfast for two at the Hotel Sofitel, Lafayette Square and an invitation to an exclusive museum opening event

    Treat yourself to a luxurious in-town vacation with a two night weekend stay with full American breakfast for two at the Sofitel, Lafayette Square. Donated by Sofitel, Lafayette Square. www.sofitel.com.

    Be part of the action! Join Smithsonian American Art Museum VIPs at one of the museum's private re-opening events. Event to be determined by the museum.
  • Weekend stay for two nights at the St. Regis Hotel, Washington and an invitation to an exclusive museum opening event

    Join your peers! The St. Regis has been a stopping place for royalty, presidents, and prime ministers since its opening in 1926. Located two blocks from the White House, the hotel offers a two-night weekend stay in a luxury suite based on availability. Room and tax only-incidentals not included. Expires December 31, 2006.

    Be part of the action! Join Smithsonian American Art Museum VIPs at one of the museum's private re-opening events. Event to be determined by the museum.
  • Weekend stay for one night at Hotel Monaco and an invitation to an exclusive museum opening event

    Treat yourself to a spectacular evening! Enjoy a one-night weekend stay in deluxe accommodations at the Hotel Monaco, directly across the street from the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Expires December 1, 2006. Reservations based on availability. Donated by Hotel Monaco, Washington D.C. www.hotelmonaco.com.

    Be part of the action! Join Smithsonian American Art Museum VIPs at one of the museum's private re-opening events. Event to be determined by the museum.
  • Weekend stay for two nights at the Willard InterContinental Hotel and an invitation to an exclusive museum opening event

    Get away from it all without leaving town! Deluxe accommodations for a weekend stay (Friday & Saturday) at the luxurious, historic Willard InterContinental Hotel based on availability. Room, tax, and breakfast in-room or in Café 1401, and parking are included. Expires December 1, 2006. Donated by Willard Intercontinental, Washington. www.washington.intercontinental.com

    Be part of the action! Join Smithsonian American Art Museum VIPs at one of the museum's private re-opening events. Event to be determined by the museum.
  • Two-night stay for two with breakfast at the Hotel Washington and two invitations to the opening reception of the Renwick Gallery's exhibition, Grant Wood's Studio: Birthplace of American Gothic

    Join Washington's cultural elite at this invitation-only event at the Renwick Gallery on Thursday, March 9, 2006.

    After the reception, walk over to the historic Hotel Washington, the oldest continuously operating hotel in the District of Columbia. Two-night stay for two with breakfast. Donated by Hotel Washington. www.hotelwashington.com.
  • Enjoy Baltimore, Hon! Explore the city's museums, dine in a cultural locale and stay in a historic hotel

    This deluxe Baltimore package includes admission for two to the Walters Art Museum and the Baltimore Museum of Art, plus dinner for two at Gertrude's Restaurant (in the BMA) and one night's stay at the Peabody Court Hotel. Donated by the Peabody Court Hotel. www.peabodycourt.snbhotels.com
  • Complimentary one-night stay in a grand suite at the Grand Hyatt Washington

    Take a respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life and relax in a grand suite. Donated by the Grand Hyatt Washington. www.grandwashington.hyatt.com

A Taste of DC

  • Sunday brunch for two at Café Promenade in the Mayflower Hotel

    Enjoy Sunday brunch for two at the Café Promenade featuring Mediterranean cuisine at the Mayflower Hotel. Must be used by August 1, 2006.
  • Lunch for two at Café Mozu in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Washington, D.C.

    Named after an ancient Chinese philosopher who expounded the principal of universal love, Café Mozu offers an Asian-inspired menu and spectacular views of the Washington Channel and the Potomac Tidal Basin. Advance Reservations are required; alcohol and gratuities are not included. Expires June 7, 2006. Donated by Mandarin Oriental, Washington, D.C. www.mandarin-oriental.com.
  • Gift certificate to Café Bonaparte

    Located in the heart of historic Georgetown, Café Bonaparte transports customers from the hustle and bustle of the nation's capital to the charming atmosphere of a sidewalk café in Paris. The beautiful décor is complemented by delicious crepes, gourmet coffee, tea, and a selection pastries, homemade soups, salads and sandwiches. Expires September 1, 2006. Donated by Café Bonaparte. www.cafebonarte.com
  • Saturday brunch for four at the Tabard Inn

    Cuisine at the Tabard Inn blends country taste with city talent. The Tabard Inn restaurant takes time to find the freshest regional produce, meats, and fish-the best ingredients farms and markets offer. Gift certificate for Saturday brunch for four does not include gratuity or alcohol. Donated by the Tabard Inn. www.tabardinn.com.
  • Gourmet dinner for two prepared by Sara McGregor's Capitol Catering

    When it comes to fresh and innovative cuisine, Sara McGregor's Capitol Catering is the place they city chooses. Perfect for an anniversary or birthday celebration. 72-hour advance notice required. Re-heating required. Not redeemable on holidays. Donated by Sara McGregor's Capitol Catering. www.capitolcatering.com.

Gentlemen, Start Your Engines!

  • Men's leather jacket from Harley Davison Motor Company

    Embrace your inner-motorcyclist! Harley-Davidson American Legend Leather Jacket. Midweight leather with action back and mandarin collar. Zippered cuffs plus hand-warmer, pockets. Wind flap, classic embroidery on back, and flag patch on inside pocket and left sleeve. Size: XL. Donated by Harley-Davison Motor Company. www.harley-davidson.com.

Art, Glorious Art!

  • Private pre-dinner exhibition tour with a SAAM curator followed by dinner for four at Poste Brasserie, Hotel Monaco

    Enjoy a private tour of the Smithsonian American Art Museum's new, grand exhibition galleries. The tour will be led by a SAAM curator and tailored to your group's interests. Mutually convenient date and time to be determined.

    Dinner for four with paired wines. Does not include gratuity. Not available on special occasions: New Year's Eve or Valentine's Day. Donated by Poste Brasserie. www.monaco-dc.com.
  • Gold leaf workshop at Gold Leaf Studios followed by lunch for two at the Jefferson Restaurant, in the Jefferson Hotel

    Learn the ancient art of applying gold leaf with traditional methods and techniques taught by frame historian Bill Adair. Two- hour workshop is limited to two persons. To be scheduled at a mutually convenient time.

    Lunch for two at the Jefferson Restaurant and Lounge with superb new American cuisine and impeccable service. Must be used by August 31, 2006. Donated by the Jefferson Hotel. www.thejeffersonwashingtondc.com.
  • Dinner and live music at the Smithsonian Jazz Café plus an IMAX movie

    Enjoy a delicious meal and live jazz at the National Museum of Natural History on a Friday, 6 to 10 p.m. www.mnh.si.edu/jazz/

    The museum is showing a range of spectacular IMAX films, including Into the Deep and Wild Safari: A South African Adventure. www.si.edu/imax/#johnson
  • Gallery Space, G Fine Art

    Host your own artful evening! G Fine Art, 1515 14th St. NW, is pleased offer 1800 square feet of gallery space for up to 60 people at a mutually convenient time. G Fine Art creates opportunities for young artists to expand and explore new dimensions in their work, while enabling established artists an opportunity to be celebrated for the depth and relevance of their work. Donated by G. Fine Art. www.gfineartdc.com
  • Gene Davis print

    A signed, limited edition print by Gene Davis, a Washington master.
  • William Barnett poster

    A signed poster by William Barnett, the renowned artist.
  • Sean Scully poster

    A signed poster by Sean Scully, an internationally acclaimed artist who has been instrumental in reinvigorating abstraction over the past two decades. An exhibition of Scully's master prints, which he donated to the Smithsonian American Art Museum, is scheduled for summer 2007.
  • William Wiley poster

    A signed poster by William Wiley, an accomplished painter and printmaker. His work was recently featured in the Corcoran Gallery of Art's exhibition, Current Evince: Selected Prints by William T. Wiley from the Smithsonian American Art Museum.
  • David Hockney poster

    A signed poster by David Hockney, the well-known artist.

Get in Shape!

  • Gym Visit at Somafit

    Enjoy a complimentary exercise and gym visit. Followed by a complimentary 50-minute massage or facial. Expires December 31, 2005.



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