Turquoise Rocks: Old West Party
A western-themed gala to benefit the Millicent Rogers MuseumSaturday, August 2, 5PM - 10PM
Sagebrush Inn
Music by The Rifters
Join us for a spirited celebration of Southwestern art, culture, and community at the Turquoise, Rocks & the Old West Party. This isn’t just another Taos gala—it’s a vital fundraiser supporting the Millicent Rogers Museum.
In these uncertain times, nonprofits and arts institutions face mounting challenges. Your support helps preserve the diverse cultural heritage of Northern New Mexico and keeps our mission alive.
Enjoy an evening of music, food, and fun, all while making a real impact. Together, we can protect and celebrate the rich traditions that make Taos unique.
Live Auction
There will be an exciting live auction during the gala, featuring a curated selection of rare and exceptional items sourced specifically for this event. These distinctive pieces offer guests the opportunity to bid on treasures that are truly one-of-a-kind. Alongside the live auction, a silent auction will also take place, providing even more chances to discover and acquire unique finds. All auction items—both live and silent—will be available for preview at a special event the evening before the gala. This exclusive preview allows guests to explore the full array of offerings up close and strategize their bids in advance. The auction items are listed below.
Auction Items:
There will be over 30 items available between the live auction and the silent auction. Here are a selection of the items. To preview them all before the gala, join us for the preview event!
Lot # T-314
Pair of Saddle Blankets
Wool
57" x 31", 54" x 30"
Donor: MRM
Estimated Value: $10,500
Lot # P-108
Little Chief
Jonathan Sobol
Oil on canvass
47“ x 70.5“
Donor: R. B. Ravens Gallery
Estimated Value: $8,500
Lot # P-106
Barbara Harmon, 2009-2011
Julian Robles
Oil on canvas
30” x 24”
Donor: Parsons Fine Art
Estimated Value: $14,500
Lot # P-111
The Night Run
William E. Johnson
Oil on canvas
22" x 30"; framed 27.5” x 35.5”
Donor: Parsons Fine Art
Estimated Value: $6,500
Lot # P-107
Pinto Horse, c. 1980
Julian Robles
Oil on canvas
20" x 24"; framed 24" x 28.5"
Donor: Parsons Fine Art
Estimated Value: $4,500
Lot # P-110
Lone Cowboy
William E. Johnson
Oil on canvas
16" x 20"; framed 20.25” x 24.25”
Donor: Parsons Fine Art
Estimated Value: $2,800
Lot # P-105
Margaritos Music, c. 1980-1990
Julian Robles
Oil on canvas
20" x 24"; framed 29” x 33”
Donor: Parsons Fine Art
Estimated Value: $6,500
Lot # T-313
Missing and Murdered
Indigenous Youth Quilt, 2025
Susan Hudson
Cotton fabric, thread and batting, machine and hand sewn
23" x 35"
Donor: Susan Hudson
Estimated Value: $3,000
Lot # P-109
Buffalo at Taos Mountain, c. 1983
Gus Foster
303° Ektacolor print
7” x 40”; framed 14.75” x 47”
Donor: Gus Foster
Estimated Value: $4,000
Lot # P-112
Portrait of Dorothy Brett, undated
Julian Robles
Charcoal on paper
21.5" x 17.5"; framed 29" x 25"
Donor: Parsons Fine Art
Estimated Value: $1,800
Lot # G-501
Book “Taos Pueblo: Photographed by Ansel Easton Adams and Described by Mary Austin”
Ansel Easton Adams and Mary Austin
Special edition print
Donor: MRM
Estimated Value: $2,776
Lot # T-304
Pipe Bag, c. 1900
Unknown artist
Deer leather, beaded and porcupine quill wrapped leather fringe, metal cones, feathers
6.5” x 28”
Donor: MRM
Estimated Value: $700
Lot # T-310
Navajo Weaving - Whirling Logs Pattern - Ganado, c. 1920
Unknown Diné artist
Wool
67” x 42”
Donor: Dennis Aigner
Estimated Value: $3,000
Lot # J-401
Sterling Silver Satin Finished Bead Necklace and Earrings, 2025
Ralph Sena
Sterling Silver
24” long, 12mm diameter beads
Donor: Ralph Sena
Estimated Value: $1,280
Lot # P-113
Sunset
Rod Geobel
Oil on canvas
23" x 28"; framed 29.75" x 34.75"
Donor: Parsons Fine Art
Estimated Value: $6,500
Lot # T-303
Cheyenne Soft Cradle, c. 1880s
Unknown Cheyenne artist
Deer leather, brass bells, ribbon, cotton cloth
30” x 22”
Donor: MRM
Estimated Value: $8,500
Lot # T-301
Comanche Peyote Bag, c.1880s
Unknown Comanche artist
Deer leather, beaded fringe, dangles of either horsehair or deer hair
9” x 14” x 7”
Donor: MRM
Estimated Value: $1,500
Lot # T-311
Navajo Weaving - Whirling Logs Pattern
Unknown Diné artist
Wool
66.5” x 46”
Donor: Dennis Aigner
Estimated Value: $5,500
Lot # J-403
Concho Belt, 1920-1970
Unknown Diné artist
Sterling silver and turquoise
30” long x 1.5” wide
Donor: MRM Store
Estimated Value: $1,200
Lot # T-312
Navajo Weaving - Ganado, c. 1920
Unknown Diné artist
Wool
87” x 47”
Donor: R. B. Ravens Gallery
Estimated Value: $7,800
Lot # T-305
Hidatsa Pipe Bag, c. 1860s
Unknown Hidatsa artist
Deer hide, porcupine quills
5.5” x 25”
Donor: MRM
Estimated Value: $1,500
Lot # J-401
Sterling Silver Satin Finished Bead Necklace and Earrings, 2025
Ralph Sena
Sterling Silver
24” long, 12mm diameter beads
Donor: Ralph Sena
Estimated Value: $1,280
Preview Event
Friday, August 1, 5PM - 7PM
Millicent Rogers Museum
$30 non-members • $20 members
Preview auction items + line dancing and two step lessons
Get Preview TicketsMain Event
Saturday, August 2, 5PM - 10PM
Sagebrush Inn
Tickets: $250
A western-themed gala to benefit the Millicent Rogers Museum + Music by The Rifters + Auction
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