The Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico 25th Anniversary Grand Gala
- The San Juan Daily Star
- Jul 25, 2025
- 1 min read
By Judy Gordon-Conde and Jennifer Conde-Powers
The Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico (MAPR) recently celebrated its 25th Anniversary with an unforgettable gala, themed “In Full Color,” inspired by 25 works of art from the museum’s permanent collection at the Sheraton Puerto Rico Resort & Casino. The fabulously dressed ladies wore fashionable gowns with pops of color, while the men mixed and mingled in their elegant attire. Guests were enthralled by the beautiful gala hall brought to life by Emilio Olabarrieta and Julio Cintrón from Event Atelier. They also enjoyed a delectable buffet designed to tempt all the senses by Jorge Bartolomei, Executive Chef at the hotel, and then danced the night away.
The funds received will be applied to continue promoting Puerto Rican art and strengthening the museum’s educational, cultural, and community programs.
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