Art of Work Gala for American Mural Project

Art of Work Gala for American Mural Project
The massive American Mural Project installation in Winsted, Conn., is dedicated to the American worker. A fundraising gala will be Sept. 17. Photo courtesy AMP

The American Mural Project (AMP) will host its sixth annual Art of Work Gala on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 6 to 9 p.m. in its newly opened mill building in Winsted, Conn.

There will be a special musical performance by acclaimed children’s choir Chorus Angelicus, directed by Gabriel Löfvall; renowned gospel singer Theresa Thomason; celebrated humorist, songwriter, children’s author and illustrator Sandra Boynton; and the Brooklyn-based Miss Milo Band, known for their distinctive mix of 1980s rock synth and hip-hop. Tickets are $175 for general seating, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and dessert and more.  A $300 ticket ensures priority seating. The $500 VIP ticket includes reserved parking and prime seating, plus a reception with the musicians and artists.

The event takes place in AMP’s vast mural gallery, where guests can explore the exhibit and experience the event from three different viewing levels inside the historic mill building.

AMP is at 90 Whiting St. in Winsted. For tickets and more information, go to www. americanmuralproject.org/gala-2022.

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