Masquerade at the Museum Returns for 2024 with new Grand Raffle

ERIE, Pa. The Erie Art Museum will host its second annual Masquerade at the Museum on Saturday, October 26th, from 7 pm 11 pm. This year's event includes multiple performances including live music by Danny and the Daddios and dance performances by Seiche Dance Collective and Mercyhurst Dance Department. Additional entertainment includes face-painted masquerade masks by Taradoodles, live drawings by Anthony Carson, the return of Spectral Tales in the Customs House with Stephanie Wincik, Tarot Card Readings, a 360-degree photo booth, and an interactive art experience with guest artist Qian Li.

"The Masquerade at the Museum is a key event for supporting the Museum, and is a great opportunity for people to experience the Museum in a unique and elegant setting," said Erie Art Museum Development Director, Melanie Vadzemnieks. All proceeds of the annual fundraiser benefit education, exhibitions, and programming at the Erie Art Museum.

A new addition to the Masquerade is the Grand Raffle which includes a variety of prize packages. Only those who attend this event can purchase tickets. The prize packages are substantial and include overnight stays in Erie, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Buffalo, as well as jewelry, a private group party at Ascend Erie, a spa package, and more.

Additional information and tickets are available on the Erie Art Museum website at erieartmuseum.org/ masquerade

About the Erie Art Museum

Located in Erie, Pennsylvania, the Erie Art Museum holds the region's leading art collection with more than 8,000 objects spanning American ceramics, paintings, sculpture, and photography. The museum regularly hosts special exhibits bringing art and inspiration to the community. It also hosts lectures, and educational programs and provides artists' services including interdisciplinary and interactive school tours.

The Erie Art Museum is open every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 11 am 6 pm, Saturday, 10 am 5 pm, and Sunday from 1 6 pm. The museum routinely posts updates on activities on social media Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

For more info on upcoming programs, visit erieartmuseum.org or call 814-459-5477.

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