The Aldrich Throws a 60th Anniversary Gala

Last week, the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, one of the country’s oldest institutions devoted to contemporary art, toasted its distinguished history with a celebratory gala in its hometown of Ridgefield, Connecticut. The evening began with cocktails and a private view of Loie Hollowell’s first East Coast exhibition of drawings and pastels, “Space Between, A Survey of Ten Years.” During the evening, Hollowell, along with museum trustee Eric Diefenbach, were honored with distinction. Guests were then transported to Yanity Gymnasium for a seated dinner and a performance by celebrated choreographer Stephen Petronio. Notables in attendance included Elizabeth Englander, Layo Bright, Lisa Phillips, Diana Bowes, Amy Smith-Stewart,Eduardo Alfonso, and Dick Cavett. Photos by Matt Borkowski/BFA.