A New Chapter in Our History
For the first time in our 113-year history, M.S. Rau is expanding, opening a seasonal gallery in historic downtown Aspen, Colorado. This exciting new venture will welcome visitors to our pop-up gallery at 228 South Mill Street from June 6th, 2024, through the end of September.
| This is a faithful rendering of our Aspen storefront. |
In celebration of this landmark occasion, guests are invited to sip complimentary rosé while exploring iconic works by artistic visionaries like Renoir, Picasso and Magritte, alongside exquisite jewelry and objets d’art from Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, Fabergé, Cartier and more. The gallery will occupy the entire street-level floor of a historic building, nestled among premier luxury retailers in the heart of downtown Aspen.
Like our renowned New Orleans gallery, M.S. Rau Aspen will showcase a variety of museum-quality offerings, including fine art, antiques, jewelry, and objet d’art. This expansion allows us to bring the unparalleled M.S. Rau experience to a new audience in a vibrant and culturally rich environment. This expansion is a long time coming, especially for Aspen resident Andrew Fields, President of M.S. Rau. While New Orleans offers a historic and eclectic atmosphere steeped in tradition, Aspen provides a dynamic and upscale scene that has attracted well-discerning collectors for generations. This new gallery allows us to bridge these two distinctive locales, bringing the best of M.S. Rau’s offerings to a fresh and discerning clientele in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
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These are just some of the many offerings at M.S. Rau in Aspen.
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To Fields, the decision to open a seasonal gallery was simple. “We have a 15-year history of exhibiting here,” said Fields. “This pop-up marks a significant chapter for M.S. Rau and exemplifies our ongoing commitment to providing an exceptional art experience in captivating environments. We have long admired Aspen's thriving art scene and its vibrant summer season. This location aligns perfectly with our clientele, offering an opportunity to showcase our world-class collection to a new audience.”
M.S. Rau Aspen will also host special on-site events and exhibitions that connect with the city's renowned cultural events, including the Food & Wine Festival, Aspen Ideas Festival and Aspen Art Week. Be sure to keep up with all things M.S. Rau Aspen by visiting this page, or sign up for our Apsen-specific emails.
Here are a few highlights of our upcoming events:
Fuel Your Brain: Fine Art & Cold-Press Juice Happy Hour
Date: June 26-29, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
| Unwind and recharge after the Ideas Festival with a stimulating exploration of art and innovation. Sip on invigorating cold-pressed juice shots designed to sharpen your focus while exploring our collection, featuring marvels like the Battle of Issus Chess Set and Antique Bird Boxes, alongside thought-provoking 3D works by Patrick Hughes. Discover how art and ingenuity have intertwined throughout history, all while indulging in a healthy and delicious brain boost. |
Perfect Impressions: Wine & Art Pairing Experience with Keller Estate
Date: June 13th - 15th, 2024
Time: Thursday (1:30 PM - 4:30 PM) & Friday & Saturday (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
| Enjoy the Aspen Food & Wine Festival experience with a unique art and wine pairing at M.S. Rau! Step into a multi-sensory journey through the world of fine art and exquisite wines. Stroll through our gallery showcasing iconic works by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Pablo Picasso and René Magritte while savoring specially curated wine selections from premier Sonoma winery, Keller Estate. This intimate open-house event allows you to explore the connections between art and taste at your leisure throughout the weekend. |
4th of July at M.S. Rau
Date: July 4th, 2024
| Before or after the Aspen 4th of July Parade, join us for a refreshing Mint Julep Mingle at M.S. Rau’s Summer Pop-up. Sip on classic Mint Juleps while enjoying works by history’s most iconic artists. Whether you're an art aficionado or simply seeking a cool escape after the parade, this is the perfect way to toast to freedom and summer! |
Neal Bodenheimer Book Signing
Date: Sunday, June 16th
In their newly released book, Cure: New Orleans Drinks and How to Mix 'Em, Neal Bodenheimer and coauthor Emily Timberlake tell the city's story through 100 cocktails, each chosen to represent New Orleans' past, present and future. Meet Bodenheimer and enjoy a one-of-a-kind event where culture and sophistication collide in our Aspen Gallery.
We look forward to welcoming you to our new Aspen gallery and sharing the exquisite beauty and timeless elegance of our collection. Can’t wait to see the collection in person? Take a sneak peak at our Aspen collection here.
