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The DACO Gala celebrates how the arts enrich the human experience through inspiration, passion and imagination. #DACOGala

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Did you know? ✨

The decorative arts — furniture, ceramics, textiles, glass, metalwork — represent some of the oldest and most enduring human creativity. DACO exists to ensure that the legacy is studied, celebrated, and passed on.

From world-class exhibitions to educational programming, everything we do connects people to the art of making.

Want to go deeper? Come to the Gala and meet the people who make it all happen.

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#DecorativeArts #ArtFacts #ColumbusArts #DACO #ArtEducation taken in Decorative Arts Center of Ohio by @dacogala

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This is what it’s all about. 🎉

Last night, Lancaster came together for art, for community, and for an absolutely unforgettable evening. The DACO Gala 2026 is one for the books — and it’s all because of YOU.

Thank you to our guests, sponsors, volunteers, and everyone who made this night possible. The Decorative Arts Center of Ohio is stronger because of this community. 💛

There are so many thanks but first let’s mention the talent behind the fashion @gogirlflyfree @caseyimmelbrown @hilltopinaspen @_logan_baldauf_ @kaiartwork
Hair and makeup by the incredible @ludie101
Runway beats brought by @moxymartinez
The one who kept us in line @amandadowntown

More to come — but for now, relive the magic.

#DACOGala #ColumbusArts #Community #GalaRecap by @dacogala

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This year’s featured designers bring together couture craftsmanship, avant-garde fashion, elevated streetwear, textile artistry, leatherwork, and deeply personal storytelling through design. From internationally recognized labels to emerging voices shaping the future of fashion, each designer offers a distinct perspective on identity, expression, and artistry.

We are honored to welcome:

• Tracy Powell | The House of IsA
• Aspen Grazier
• Logan Baldauf
• Kaia Armstrong
• Casey Immel-Brown

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be introducing each designer individually and sharing exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes insight, and a closer look at the inspiration behind their work.

Stay tuned — you’re going to want to get to know these artists better. 💙

#DACOGala2026 #DACOGala #MeetTheDesigners #OhioFashion by @dacogala

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A little look back at the night that brought it all together. ✨

From the first arrival to the final runway walk, the 2026 DACO Gala was filled with creativity, celebration, and so many incredible people who came together to support the arts.

Press play, relive a little of the magic, and we’ll see you at the next one. 🖤

#DACOGala #DACO #OhioArts #FashionAsArt #SupportTheArts taken in Columbus, Ohio by @dacogala

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A little more runway magic from Kaia Armstrong ✨

@kaiartwork brought such a unique creative energy to the DACO Gala runway, and we’re so glad we got to showcase her work as part of the evening. Thank you, Kaia, for sharing your vision with us!

And cheers to the wonderful models who helped bring her designs to life:

✨ J. Sequoia
✨ Nathalie Swenson — @nathalieswenson
✨ Veerpal Shah — @veerpal_shah
✨ Melanie Tran — @tran.melanie
✨ Justice Maxwell — @blackhare13

And a huge thank you to Vion Tam for capturing these beautiful moments and giving us photographs we’ll be enjoying long after the runway lights went down.
📸 @viontam_photography

#DACOGala #DACO #OhioFashion #Runway #FashionAsArt by @dacogala

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Still not over this night. ✨

To the guests who filled the room, cheered from the sidelines, danced the night away, bid generously, and celebrated every designer and artist who took the stage — you made the Gala what it was.

Thank you for showing up for DACO and for making this annual celebration of art, fashion, and creativity so special.

And if you missed this year’s festivities, there’s always next year! Visit the DACO Gala page to see how you can support the Gala and be part of the celebration in 2027. 🥂

#DACOGala #DACO #SupportTheArts #ArtAndFashion #GalaNight by @dacogala

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Loved the DACO Gala? There’s more than one way to be part of what comes next. ✨

The Gala is made possible by a community of people and businesses who believe in the arts and want to see DACO continue to grow. Whether you want to attend, volunteer, donate, or help make the evening possible as a Gala sponsor, there’s a place for you.

Looking ahead to next year, you can:

🥂 Attend the Gala and celebrate art, fashion, and creativity with us.
🤝 Become a sponsor and put your business or organization front and center while supporting DACO’s mission.
🎨 Support the Gala through donations and other contributions that help bring the evening to life.
✨ Get involved as a volunteer or community partner.

Interested in being part of the 2027 DACO Gala? Visit the DACO Gala page to learn more about sponsorship, ways to support, and how you can join us next year.

We’d love to have you at the table. 🖤
📸: @lindsay.berndt

#DACOGala #DACO #SupportTheArts #SponsorTheArts #OhioArts by @dacogala

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Still thinking about Logan’s looks on the DACO Gala runway. ✨ @_logan_baldauf_

From the first look to the last, his designs brought so much personality and creativity to the evening. Thank you, Logan, for being part of such a memorable night!

A special shoutout to the models who made every look shine:

✨ Alivia Hysell — @aliviabrooke_
✨ Khalia Smith — @khaliamonae
✨ Paige Hoover — @paigee_hoover
✨ Eris Sire — @the.erissire
✨ Kendall Miller — @kendallmller
✨ A’Nia Churn — @aniamichaell

And, as always, thank you to Vion Tam for giving us these stunning photographs to remember the night by. 📸
@viontam_photography

#DACOGala #DACO #OhioFashion #Runway #FashionAsArt by @dacogala

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This is what the DACO Gala is all about. ✨

An evening filled with incredible fashion, art, music, laughter, and — most importantly — the people who show up to support it all.

To everyone who joined us for this year’s Gala: thank you. Your enthusiasm, generosity, and love for DACO made the night unforgettable. 🖤

Want to be part of next year’s celebration? Head over to the DACO Gala page to see how you can support, get involved, and join us for the next one!

#DACOGala #DACO #ThankYou #SupportTheArts by @dacogala

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A final runway moment for Aspen Grazier ✨ @aspen_grazier @hilltopinaspen

Thank you again to Aspen for bringing her creativity, vision, and unmistakable style to the DACO Gala runway. We loved seeing her designs come to life!

Of course, a huge thank you to the incredible models who brought each look to life:

✨ Jasmine Rose — @jazz._.man
✨ Liv Weidel — @liv.0917
✨ Kristen Kurlich — @milktoooth
✨ Jashnavi Bommana — @jashnavi_bommana
✨ Bailey Hefner — @bauwaus
✨ Meg Tysen — @megt.artwork

And thank you to Vion Tam @viontam_photography for capturing these incredible runway moments through his photography. 📸

#DACOGala #DACO #OhioFashion #Runway #FashionAsArt taken in Decorative Arts Center of Ohio by @dacogala

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23 days ago

🥂 Cheers to an unforgettable evening!

A heartfelt thank you to Kara Rockwood and the incredible team at Gather & Graze Events for keeping the drinks flowing and our guests smiling throughout the 2026 DACO Gala.

From the first welcome cocktail to the final toast, your professionalism, hospitality, and exceptional service helped create an experience our guests won’t soon forget.

Thank you for being such an important part of this special evening and for helping make the DACO Gala a night to remember. We hope to raise a glass with you again next year!

✨ Cheers to great company, wonderful conversations, and supporting the arts together.

#DACOGala #GatherAndGrazeEvents #SupportTheArts #LancasterOhio #CheersToTheArts taken in Lancaster, Ohio by @dacogala

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A Big Thank-You to Lisa Schorr 🎨

Rain couldn’t stop the art! A huge thank-you to Lisa Schorr for her incredible dedication at this year’s DACO Gala — when the weather turned, she simply found shelter and got right back to doing what she does best: live plein air painting, in record time as always.

Congratulations to the lucky winner who took home both of Lisa’s paintings from the evening! We are so grateful for Lisa’s talent, her hard work, and her continued dedication to the arts.

#DACOgala #EnduringLegacy #LisaSchorr #PleinAirPainting by @dacogala

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