Monday, September 29, 2025

Pérez Art Museum Miami To Honor Craig Robins and Jackie Soffer at 12th Annual Art of the Party Museum's Largest Fundraiser Supports Arts Education Programs


Jackie Soffer and Craig Robins. Photo by Mary Beth Koeth/for Commercial Observer.

Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) is pleased to announce Craig Robins and Jackie Soffer as the honorees for the 12th annual Art of the Party, the museum's largest fundraiser of the year, on Saturday, November 15, 2025. 

The evening celebrates Robins and Soffer for their visionary leadership at the intersection of art and design, through their leadership in retail, hospitality, real estate, and philanthropy, which has helped shape Miami into the world-class cultural destination it is today. Art of the Party features live music, a cocktail reception, and a seated dinner, as well as the announcement of the seventh annual Pérez Prize, which recognizes outstanding achievement by an artist who has created a meaningful impact on artistic practice and the global art historical narrative.

"In addition to their leading roles as philanthropists supporting Miami's cultural institutions, Craig and Jackie have done more than anyone in Miami to share great works of art as an integral part of our environment. They have truly made art a part of people's daily lives in Aventura and the Miami Design District, something to be admired, contemplated, and shared by anyone and everyone," said Franklin Sirmans, Sandra and Tony Tamer Director at PAMM.

Art of the Party celebrates Miami's flagship art museum by bringing together cultural philanthropists, artists, civic leaders, and arts supporters from around the world. Funds from Art of the Party support the museum's robust arts education program, the largest of its kind outside the Miami-Dade County Public Schools system—the fourth largest school system in the nation—while also funding PAMM's broader mission.

As a member of PAMM's board of trustees since 2013, and co-chair of its Collectors Council, Robins helps guide the museum's vision. Together, Robins and Soffer have enriched PAMM's collection with more than 300 donated works, and co-chaired Art of the Party 2023, among further enduring gestures that anchor their civic and cultural legacy at PAMM and beyond. As partners in life and vision, Robins and Soffer continue to fuel Miami's creative spirit—building spaces, championing artists, and leaving a lasting mark on the city's cultural landscape

For event information or to purchase individual tickets online, visit pamm.org/aotp25. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sabrina Flores, director of major gifts, at sflores@pamm.org

Chef's Table Seated Dinner | 6:30pm
Kick the night off with Chef's Table, an unforgettable dining experience under the stars on PAMM's East Portico. Dinner guests will enjoy live music, a cocktail reception, and a seated dinner featuring the evening's program. Celebrate as we announce the seventh annual Pérez Prize winner. 

REMIX After Party | 9:30pm
The evening culminates with REMIX After Party, a late-night dance party, on PAMM's North Terrace Platform. Enjoy a live set by DJ Ruckus with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and decadent desserts. Includes access to PAMM galleries at 8:30pm. 

2025 Art of the Party Chairs
Darlene and Jorge M. Pérez
Dorothy and Aaron Podhurst

Host Committee
Co-Chairs: Alexa and Adam Wolman, Jessica and Franklin Sirmans

Sarah Arison and Thomas Wilhelm  
Arlene and Wayne Chaplin  
Jose M. Daes 
Matthew B. Gorson 
Camille and W. Patrick McDowell  
Brandon Moore 
Upacala Mapatuna and Quinn Morgan  
Silvia Ortiz  
Pete Scantland  
Sandra and Tony Tamer 

NextGen Committee
Co-Chairs: Illianna Acosta, Christopher Adeleke, Marcel Anderson, Gloria Hernando, Desert Horse-Grant, Karim Simplis

Anthony T. Abraham  
Mischaël Cetoute 
Daniela Cimo  
Monica Defortuna 
Dahlia Dreszer 
Wendy François and Kevin Michael  
Alexandra Gonzalez Burke and James Burke 
Ellie Hayworth and Patrick Murray  
Warren Ho 
Ebba Holm Cinotti  
Reyna Noriega  
Ariel Penzer Milgroom 
Veronica Sesana Grajales  
Eden Xu-Martinez and Steve Martinez


ABOUT CRAIG ROBINS & JACKIE SOFFER
Craig Robins, founder and CEO of Dacra, has redefined Miami through projects that unite architecture, design, and community. He has spearheaded transformative developments, including the revitalization of South Beach, Lincoln Road, and most notably the Miami Design District. Robins also played a pivotal role in bringing Art Basel to Miami Beach, permanently shifting the global art calendar, and co-founded Design Miami, one of the world's premier fairs for collectible design.

Jackie Soffer, chairman and CEO of real estate development firm Turnberry, leads some of South Florida's most dynamic developments, including Aventura Mall, which she has shaped into both a retail and cultural landmark with an iconic collection of public art. She has expanded her family's legacy with large-scale projects across hospitality, residential, and commercial real estate, redefining how culture and commerce converge.

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