Smithsonian Archives of American Art Names 2026 Fall Gala Honorees
On September 17, the Archives of American Art is hosting its annual fall gala to recognize three distinguished figures in the art community. Celebrated artist Martin Puryear will be awarded the Archives of American Art Medal for his contributions to the field. Ann Temkin, a prominent curator, is set to receive the Lawrence A. Fleischman Award for Scholarly Excellence. Additionally, the Helen Frankenthaler Foundation will be honored for its advocacy of the arts. This gala is regarded as the hallmark event for the Archives, aimed at celebrating outstanding achievements in American art.
Key facts
- The Smithsonian's Archives of American Art announced honorees for its annual fall gala.
- The gala takes place Thursday, Sept. 17.
- Three recipients will receive the Archives' highest honors.
- The honorees are Martin Puryear, Ann Temkin and the Helen Frankenthaler Foundation.
- Martin Puryear will receive an Archives of American Art Medal.
- Ann Temkin will receive the Lawrence A. Fleischman Award for Scholarly Excellence in the Field.
- The honors recognize outstanding contributions as leading American artists and art advocates.
- The Helen Frankenthaler Foundation is among the three honorees.
Entities
Artists
Institutions
- Smithsonian's Archives of American Art
- Helen Frankenthaler Foundation
Locations
- Washington, D.C.
- United States