The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco (FAMSF) held its 2026 gala, a major fundraising event attended by prominent figures from the city's art, philanthropy, and social circles. The event featured notable attendees including artist Andy Goldsworthy, museum director Thomas Campbell, and major donors like Dede Wilsey and Mayor Daniel Lurie.
The gala is a critical event for the institution's financial health, generating essential support for museum operations, exhibitions, and acquisitions. The presence of high-profile artists, collectors, and civic leaders underscores the museum's central role in the cultural and philanthropic ecosystem of the San Francisco Bay Area, reinforcing the link between social capital and arts funding.