On the occasion of our 20th anniversary, Transformer presents Transformer20 – a dynamic, large-scale exhibition featuring one hundred artworks by artists from across our twenty years of exhibitions, as well as a deep dive into the organization’s extensive archives. Transformer20 will launch with a Benefit Auction Gala of featured artworks on November 10, 2022. Advance ticket purchases are required. Priority tickets will go to Transformer’s Visionary Leaders Circle donors. Participating Transformer20 artists will be in attendance.

Limited individual tickets will be available beginning October 19, with Early Bird pricing through October 31. Full price tickets will then be available through November 10 (or until tickets sell out).

Transformer20 is co-curated by Victoria Reis, Transformer Co-Founder, Artistic and Executive Director and Georgie Payne, Transformer Staff 2013-2019, Exhibition and Programs Manager from 2015-2019. The retrospective exhibition chronicles the organization’s legacy of presenting innovative, multi-faceted exhibitions and programs, both independently and through global partnerships. The Benefit Auction Gala is an extension of Transformer’s renowned annual Auction fundraiser – back for the first time since 2019! This vibrant, cutting-edge event has consistently been regarded as the ‘not to be missed’ fall art event in Washington D.C. Gala ticket purchases and Auction art sales provide essential support for Transformer’s innovative year-round exhibitions and programs.

Guests attending the November 10 Gala will have first access to purchase artworks. Transformer20 artworks will continue to be available for purchase through an online auction. Art sale proceeds will be split 50/50 between participating Transformer20 artists and Transformer to support both current and future generations of artists.