Events
Building community and bringing people together around more art in downtown Salem are important parts of our work. We’ve hosted special events to promote awareness, then created signature events which combine recognition of artists, arts movers and influencers, and an auction of fine art to create excitement and raise funds for more art in downtown Salem.
It’s an Art Party!
OASF recognized four individuals and one cultural nonprofit with its 2022 Community Arts Awards at an Art Party! in connection with the launch of a new gallery space at the Salem Convention Center.
Flip for Art 2018
The second year of FLIP FOR ART was a lively evening to raise funds for public art in Salem. Over 250 party guests turned out to bid on more than 70 twice-loved artworks and top-flight wines, and we recognized local citizens who have contributed to the vibrancy of the Salem art scene.
Flip for Art 2017
Over 300 guests attended Flip for Art 2017 at the Salem Convention Center. Guests bid on art and fine craft donated by local collectors, along with award-winning wines from regional vintners.
Fall for Art Auction 2016
The first annual awards, Celebrating the Arts in Salem, were a highlight of the Oregon Artists Series Foundation’s “Fall for Art” fundraiser on November, 2016 at the Salem Convention Center. Guests bid on more than 30 pieces of “twice loved” art in a silent auction and honored two Salem artists, two arts supporters and an arts activist and institution.
Opening Our Doors to Art
In 2015, Capitol Toyota hosted three days of Mary Lou Zeek Gallery’s popular “Opening our Doors to Art” at all four of Capitol Auto Group's Salem locations. The event was designed not only to share contemporary art to a new audience in a non-traditional setting, but to fundraise for the OASF.
Salem Convention Center 10th Anniversary
OASF partnered with the Salem Convention Center to celebrate its 10th Anniversary with a look back at the artwork collected for the building through the Mayor’s Annual exhibitions - and to raise funds for a new major work.