National Museum of Women in the Arts Reopening & Galas
Gala Event Management, Creative Fundraising, and Sponsorship Fulfillment

Linder Global Events, a leading Washington, D.C. event management company, partnered with the National Museum of Women in the Arts to deliver creative, mission-driven gala and reopening event experiences (2023–2025), supporting sponsorship, fundraising, and non-profit strategic visioning for the arts sector.

Bringing the Experience to Life

Linder Global Events joined forces with NMWA to support the institution’s historic post-renovation reopening in 2023 as well as Spring Gala events in 2023, 2024, and 2025. With a strategic focus on creative design, production, and non-profit fundraising ideation, Linder led the planning and execution of the museum’s flagship events: a Spring Gala, a VIP Donor Dinner, and a Public Ribbon Cutting and Reopening. Each program showcased exceptional storytelling, brand-forward experiences, and deep partnership alignment, thereby elevating NMWA’s reputation and enabling the museum to champion women in the arts. Linder’s expertise in gala event logistics, sponsorship support, and fulfillment ensured maximum donor impact and elevated guest engagement at every touchpoint.

Measured Impact: Event Results + Highlights

    • Delivered gala and donor engagement programs for the museum’s reopening in 2023 and Spring Galas in 2023–2025, creating excitement, boosting fundraising, and generating buzz for the institution’s mission and major capital campaign

    • Designed and produced bespoke events in premier D.C. venues, including the Mars Performance Hall and Mezzanine, with custom branding, immersive decor, and partnership-forward experiences.

    • Provided holistic sponsorship support and fulfillment, managing relationships, branding, and visibility for major philanthropic and corporate partners.

    • Developed and executed creative fundraising concepts—such as interactive photo ops, art-inspired menus, and thematic event activations—driving donor excitement and long-term engagement.

    • Coordinated high-profile VIP and public events featuring speakers like First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, Mayor Bowser, and world-renowned artists and performers, raising the museum’s profile as a cultural leader.

    • Integrated intentional, mission-driven touchpoints—from custom chocolates to poetry readings and family programming—to connect the museum’s mission to guests of all ages.

    • Demonstrated expertise in sports event marketing and production in Washington, D.C..

    • Advanced NMWA’s efforts as a model for arts-focused non-profit fundraising and event innovation, setting a new standard for mission-driven creative event management.

Updated October 2025