The Hutchinson Art Center is gearing up for one of its biggest events of the year — the annual Autumn Consignment Art Auction — taking place Saturday, Oct. 18. Doors open at 9 a.m. for registration, and bidding begins at 11 a.m.
Executive Director Emily Kohls and board member Barbara Withrow said the auction will feature 127 works of art, including pieces by well-known local and regional artists such as Jack Stout, Mike Livingston, Mace John, Carolyn Dillon and Pat Potucek.
“This year’s auction has one of the most outstanding selections we’ve ever had,” Withrow said. “We’ve had a lot of interest in local favorites like Stout and Dillon, but we’re also showcasing regional, national, and even international artists.”
Kohls noted that the 2025 auction features an exceptional range of three-dimensional art pieces. “We’ve got more 3D artwork this year than I’ve ever seen — ceramics, glass, and sculpture. It’s truly a beautiful variety,” she said.
Among the standout items are a Navajo rug with vivid red hues, a two-foot-tall Kachina doll, and glass and ceramic works from artists such as Rick Garnett and Carolyn Dillon. The auction also includes rare signed prints, including one by famed Southwestern artist Ted DeGrazia, along with pottery, jewelry, and other collectibles.
For those who wish to preview the collection, all pieces are available to view online at hutchinsonartcenter.net under the “Exhibitions” tab or in person at the Art Center, 405 N. Washington, during regular hours.
Regular hours at the Hutchinson Art Center are noon to 5 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
For more information about the auction or to become a member, visit hutchinsonartcenter.net or call (620) 662-1280