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SAVOURing RAM @ 20

Saturday, September 23, 5:30 – 10:30 pm
at Racine Art Museum, 441 Main Street, Racine

2023 marks the Twentieth Anniversary of the Racine Art Museum’s opening in Downtown Racine, Wisconsin. In recognition of this important milestone, the museum’s sensational annual fundraiser, SAVOUR, will be held at RAM for the first time in its six-year history. SAVOURing RAM @ 20 continues the SAVOUR tradition of pairing local artists and chefs to highlight some of Racine County’s most exceptional creatives.

This sensational party commemorates RAM’s success and continued prosperity while helping to support exhibition programming, visual arts education for all ages and abilities, and care for the largest contemporary craft collection in America.

SAVOURing RAM @ 20

Saturday, September 23, 5:30 – 10:30 pm
at Racine Art Museum, 441 Main Street, Racine
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Photography: Lori Potrykus

2023 marks the Twentieth Anniversary of the Racine Art Museum’s opening in Downtown Racine, Wisconsin. In recognition of this important milestone, the museum’s sensational annual fundraiser, SAVOUR, will be held at RAM for the first time in its six-year history. SAVOURing RAM @ 20 continues the SAVOUR tradition of pairing local artists and chefs to highlight some of Racine County’s most exceptional creatives.

This sensational party commemorates RAM’s success and continued prosperity while helping to support exhibition programming, visual arts education for all ages and abilities, and care for the largest contemporary craft collection in America.

An Abundance of Sensory Experiences

  • Exceptional local artists and chefs working off each other for a unique blend of visual and culinary art—the ultimate taste of Racine!
  • Unlimited beer, wine, signature cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages.
  • Photo opportunities and secret party lounges in private areas of a nationally acclaimed museum.
  • Live music throughout the night performed by two talented bands.
  • A live auction of incredible art, engaging experiences, international trips, and more.

  • Astounding art created before your very eyes—live painting by Veronica Averkamp and clay throwing by Nate Hunter

  • Curated artwork and wine to purchase in the popular Art + Wine Pull.
Art + Wine Pull at SAVOUR 2018, Photography: Lori Potrykus

An Abundance of Sensory Experiences

Art + Wine Pull at SAVOUR 2018, Photography: Lori Potrykus
  • Exceptional local artists and chefs working off each other for a unique blend of visual and culinary art—the ultimate taste of Racine!
  • Unlimited beer, wine, signature cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages.
  • Photo opportunities and secret party lounges in private areas of a nationally acclaimed museum.
  • Live music throughout the night performed by two talented bands.
  • A live auction of incredible art, engaging experiences, international trips, and more.

  • Astounding art created before your very eyes—live painting by Veronica Averkamp and clay throwing by Nate Hunter

  • Curated artwork and wine to purchase in the popular Art + Wine Pull.

You Make RAM a Reality

Proceeds from SAVOURing RAM @ 20 help support RAM exhibitions, visual art education for children and adults of all ages and abilities, and care of the museum’s nationally recognized permanent collection.

You help fund programs like RAM on the Road, SPARK!, and other outreach programs which enable RAM to continue to inspire the next generation of talented creatives, great visionaries, philanthropists, and world-class leaders.

You Make RAM a Reality

Proceeds from SAVOURing RAM @ 20 help support RAM exhibitions, visual art education for children and adults of all ages and abilities, and care of the museum’s nationally recognized permanent collection.

You help fund programs like RAM on the Road, SPARK!, and other outreach programs which enable RAM to continue to inspire the next generation of talented creatives, great visionaries, philanthropists, and world-class leaders.

Chit Chaat Owners
Jarvis Lawson Headshot
Chef Tasia White of TaejaVu's on Main, wearing a black chef jacket against a dark restaurant backdrop
Lisa Marie Barber
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Chris Sklba 2019
Kevin Coulter Marguerite
Maureen Fritchen Varitay Studios

Supporting Local Artists and Food Vendors

In addition to supporting RAM’s education and exhibitions programs, proceeds also support local artists, restaurants, and food venues. Participating artists receive a stipend and a split on proceeds from artwork sold, and participating restaurants and pop-up food venues receive compensation for their time and expenses.

Supporting Local Artists and Food Vendors

Chit Chaat Owners
Jarvis Lawson Headshot
Chef Tasia White of TaejaVu's on Main, wearing a black chef jacket against a dark restaurant backdrop
Lisa Marie Barber
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Chris Sklba 2019
Kevin Coulter Marguerite
Maureen Fritchen Varitay Studios

In addition to supporting RAM’s education and exhibitions programs, proceeds also support local artists, restaurants, and food venues. Participating artists receive a stipend and a split on proceeds from artwork sold, and participating restaurants and pop-up food venues receive compensation for their time and expenses.

2023 Art + Food Pairings

These inventive pairings of local artists and chefs are guaranteed to delight. Each food vendor will provide two unique dishes to sample, including vegetarian options.

Food Menu

(V) denotes food that is vegetarian

Butcher & Barrel Gastropub
  • Cepelinai—Lithuanian potato dumplings stuffed with apples, onions, and ground pork, served with a garlic sauce
  • Kiseilius—A cold, gel-like dessert made with cranberries, currants, raspberries, and seasoned with citrus and anise. (V)
Chit Chaat
  • Chaat Salad (V)
  • Laddu—Indian/Pakistani dessert balls
Joey’s Yardarm
  • Tuna Tartare
  • “Crab” Bites made with heart of palm (V)
Kouzena 220

  • Tourlou—Greek ratatouille (V)

  • Loukanika—Homemade Greek sausage

The Maple Table

  • Venison meatball with teriyaki glaze 

  • Botanical spring roll (V)

Marguerite
  • Truebridge Farms braised pork with parmesan polenta and chicories
  • Hummus made with hominy, curry, and lemongrass, served with naan bread (V)
TaejaVu’s on Main
  • “Soul Rolls”
  • Vegetable Fried Rice (V)
Vero International Cuisine
  • Suya Steak
  • Mango Bruschetta (V)
Charcuterie Station

Nibbles and bites for all palates—meat eaters and vegans alike!

Delicious Dessert Assortment

Courtesy of Ralph Malicki’s Piggly Wiggly

Drink Menu

Bar service provided by Uncorkt

  • Sparkling Celebration Welcome Wine

  • Red, White and Rose Wine

  • Old Fashioned Station and a #20 Signature Cocktail sponsored by Blue Door Dental and the SAVOURing RAM @ 20 Committee

  • Soda and Water

Kase Jazz Trio

Live Music

Groove to the sounds of two talented bands while taking in the food and art at SAVOURing RAM @ 20:

  • Kase, a Milwaukee-based trio combining conventional jazz with contemporary hip-hop influences.

  • The After Party, a premiere cover group from Chicago performing everything from 60s to 90s to Top 40 pop hits.

Photography Courtesy of Kase

Live Music

Kase Jazz Trio
Photography Courtesy of Kase

Groove to the sounds of two talented bands while taking in the food and art at SAVOURing RAM @ 20:

  • Kase, a Milwaukee-based trio combining conventional jazz with contemporary hip-hop influences.

  • The After Party, a premiere cover group from Chicago performing everything from 60s to 90s to Top 40 pop hits.

Planning for SAVOURing RAM @ 20

Event Tickets

  • In-person event tickets are available to purchase through Silent Auction Pro. This website uses login credentials that are separate from the RAM website.

  • Event tickets cost $120 through Friday, September 15.

  • Beginning Saturday, September 16, in-person event tickets will cost $150. All ticket sales are final at 5:00 pm CDT on Tuesday, September 19.

  • Tickets are non-refundable.

Auction Registration

  • All bidders must register with Silent Auction Pro to take part in the auction, whether attending the in-person event or participating virtually from home.

  • Those who have attended previous SAVOUR events will be able to use their same login information.

  • Registration is necessary for the online auction to bid and receive up-to-the-minute information and notifications.

  • RAM’s group ID is #G1079.

  • Safely secure a credit card for quick checkout. Your card will only be charged when you are the winning bidder of an auction package/item.

Virtual Components

  • Bid on one-of-a-kind experience packages.

  • Bid on original artwork.

  • Receive text notifications on the status of your bids.

Auction Item Pick Up

  • The night of the event, all check out and pick up begins at 9:30 pm after the auction closes. Items will not be available for pick up prior to 9:30 pm.

  • After the event, items are available for pick up at RAM between noon and 4:00 pm on Wednesday, September 27 – Saturday, September 30

  • After September 30, please email Tricia Blasko [email protected] to make arrangements for pick up

  • All auction items are for local pick up. Bidders from outside the region who wish to have their items shipped or mailed must pay for shipping. There are some items noted that are not eligible for shipping.

Parking at and Attending SAVOURing RAM @ 20

Entering the Event

  • All ticketed attendees will be asked to enter through RAM’s front doors on Main Street

Suggested Parking

  • Any available street parking—pay for metered street parking through 6:00 pm

  • Civic Centre Ramp, 501 Lake Avenue (parking structure behind the Johnson Financial Group building)—price drops to $1 for parking after 5:00 pm

Parking Accommodations

  • If you need parking accommodation, please contact Tricia Blasko [email protected] for a parking pass

  • There will be available spots on the blocked off Fifth Street side between Main and Lake Avenue. These spots are designated for those in wheelchairs or persons needing accessible accommodation.

Event Attire

  • Wear your best party clothes

  • Dress for a fun, lively, and entertaining evening

RAM thanks the following SAVOURing RAM @ 20 sponsors for their generous donations:

Silver Sponsors

Baird Logo

Beta Logo

Horizon Retail Construction Inc. Logo

Johnson Financial Group Logo

Bronze Sponsors

Dave’s Wine Garage

Educators Mark Med

Express Employment Professionals Logo

Prairie School Logo

Ruffo Family Foundation

Twin Disc Logo

Friends of RAM

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David Charak

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