LVA Honors 2026

Celebrating Excellence and Leadership in the Arts
Join us for the LVA Honors Gala, an annual fundraiser and celebration recognizing outstanding achievements in Louisville’s arts community. Enjoy a lively and inspiring evening filled with great food, music, and the chance to honor the artists and leaders shaping our city’s creative culture—an event you won’t want to miss!

What to Expect

• Exceptional dining by Ladyfingers Catering

• Open bar cocktails and live music, followed by dinner and brief recognitions

• Creative Formal Attire Encouraged

• A meaningful celebration of the champions who make Louisville’s arts community thrive

Honoring Outstanding Individuals

We are thrilled to celebrate these deserving individuals for their dedication, talent, and leadership in the arts:

• Legacy Award: Tom Pfannerstill

• Community Impact Award: Julien Robson

• Educator Award: Ying Kit Chan

• Emerging Artist Award: Robyn Gibson

This evening honors artistic leaders in our community while raising crucial support for Louisville Visual Art. Your participation helps sustain programs that enrich, educate, and inspire our community through the visual arts.

We hope you will be able to join us at the LVA Honors Gala! If you are unable to attend, please consider making a donation in honor of this year’s awardees to support LVA’s mission of bringing More Art to More People in More Places.