the largest and longest running fundraising effort of the museum is its popular annual auction held in the fall. artists from across the state and beyond donate works to be auctioned to the highest bidder at the auction banquet. this event serves to not only provide support to the museum but offers recognition to museum members, supporters, staff and volunteers and their families that have help shepherd the museum through the past decade. in addition, it highlights the immensely talented artists in the state of maine.