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People view artworks for a silent auction.
SCA members view artist Maren Hassinger's artwork on a white gallery wall.
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The 2023 Annual Meeting beneath Margaret Honda's "Double Feature with Short Subject"

Associate Curator Robyn Farrell welcoming SCA members for a viewing of the Barbara Kruger exhibition.

Associate Curator Robyn Farrell welcoming SCA members for a viewing of the Barbara Kruger exhibition.

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2022 Collectors Sale PANORAMA Party

People view an metal boxes installed outside surrounded by yellow-leafed trees.

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