Opening of the 10th Anniversary Exhibitions, 7:00 PM, SMoCA; Free

Help the celebration start off with a bang at the opening of two special 10th Anniversary Exhibitions.

Seriously Funny [ Visit Site ] In honor of SMoCA's 10th Anniversary, Seriously Funny brings together ten dynamic artists who show us how to laugh at some of life's most challenging issues, from spirituality to cultural identity. They work in all media: painting, wall drawing, ceramics, video, sculpture and installation. Five artists will create new works especially for SMoCA's exhibition. The ten artists included are: Kjellgren Alkire, Tamy Ben-Tor, Maurizio Cattelan, Alejandro Diaz, Christian Jankowski, Nina Kachadourian, Martin Kersels, Dan Perjovschi, Arlene Shechet and Amy Sillman.

At the Crossroads of American Photography: Callahan, Siskind, Sommer [ Visit Site ] The centerpiece of the museum’s tenth-anniversary celebration, the exhibition will include ca. 150 exquisite images and examines the interrelationship of three photographers who helped define the course of American photography: Harry Callahan, Aaron Siskind and Frederick Sommer (who lived in Prescott, Arizona). This exhibition showcases the amazing legacy of photography in Arizona and a significant number of loans from area collections.

10th Anniversary Benefit Dinner and Contemporary Catalyst Award Announcement – 6:30 PM, SMoCAand the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts; Tickets start at $300. Purchase tickets now bycalling 480-874-4665

It's SMoCA’s 10th Anniversary and you are invited to join the celebration! Host a table or invite new friends; mingle with Contemporary Catalyst nominees; but most importantly help champion SMoCA and launch the next ten years.

The evening will start with a silent auction in the Museum featuring unique auction items of art and design, as well as long-time favorites. Then guests will head across the walk to the atrium of newly renovated Scottsdale Center of Performing Arts for dinner. During the dinner, the 2009 Contemporary Catalyst Award Winner will be announced, acknowledging the cultural entrepreneurs and out-of-the-box thinkers in our midst. Valet parking is available on 2nd Street in front of the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Purchase tickets for this event on-line via PayPal or Download the invitation and purchase your ticket by mail. Please choose from the options below :

SMoCA 10 : Anniversary Benefit & After Party : $300.00

SMoCA 10 : Anniversary Benefit & After Party Corporate Table, 10 Guests : $3,500.00

This year’s winner was nominated and voted on through an online process. Learn more about the Contemporary Catalyst Award by by following this link: [ SMoCA Contemporary Catalyst ]

10th Anniversary After-Party – 10:00 PM, SMoCA; Tickets start at $75.

But the party doesn’t end when the dinner is over. Guests will return to the Museum for an After-Party to continue the celebration. February 14th Benefit After-party at SMoCA: 10pm til' 2am with DJ Mr. P-body

*complimentary open bar

*delectable dessert bar

*roving light-designed clothing fashion show

*light-art show by Burning Man's The Inner Mind *free tarot readings by Ozma

Even if you don’t come to the dinner, you can join this party with an “After-Party Only” ticket that can be purchased on-line by clicking the link below, or by calling 480-874-4665.

SMoCA 10 : After Party Ticket : $75.00

Happy Birthday SMoCA! – SMoCA and Scottsdale Civic Center Mall -
12:00 Noon – 6:00 PM. Free.

The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art is 10 years young! Join us for this special celebration featuring hands-on art projects, a scavenger hunt, delicious birthday treats for purchase from Arcadia farms, live music and more. Museum admission is free for the day and activities will be held inside and at the nearby Scottsdale Civic Center Mall.

All day: Hands-on activities for kids of all ages. Make a jester hat; Make a silly person sculpture; and Paint a fanciful elephant.

Noon–1:30 p.m.: Miguel de Maria : Guitarist Miguel de Maria performs an elegant mix of flamenco, Spanish classical and South American music.

1:55 p.m.: Take a special moment to wish SMoCA a Happy Birthday on the Mall.

2 p.m.–4:30 p.m.: Khani Cole : A native of Milwaukee, Scottsdale vocalist Khani Cole has recorded critically acclaimed albums and toured the United States and Europe.

2:30 p.m.: SMoCA’s architect Will Bruder will give a tour of the Museum from his eye. Meet in the Museum lobby.

3:00 p.m.: See The Sing-a-long installment of Seriously Funny artist Kjellgren Alkire’s performance Camp. In the Museum gallery.

3:30 p.m.: Magicians will add another element of surprise to your day.

Are you a member? If you are a member, there will also be a member’s area with snacks, and a big birthday card to sign. Members will also get a sneak peek at the Center of the Performing Arts as it nears renovation completion. If you are not yet a member, membership starts at $50 and can be purchased onsite. Docents will be available in the museum all day to chat with you about the new exhibitions.

For details about the 10th Anniversary Celebration contact SMoCA at 480-874-4612 or smoca_anniversary@sccarts.org.