Museum Funding

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The Met Gala's dazzling display of fashion and celebrity, highlighting its significant financial contribution to the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute.

What is the Met Gala's true impact on Costume Institute funding?

In 2026, the Met Gala generated a record $42 million for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, surpassing the previous year's $31 million, according to Forbes .

Charles Pembroke·June 6, 2026