Arts Ed NJ's
Leadership and Legacy Gala
Featuring the Governor's Award for Lifetime Contribution to Arts Education and the inaugural Governor Thomas H. Kean Distinguished Arts Education Leadership Award.
Stay tuned for updates! The November 16th event is moving to Spring 2027.
Event Co-Chairs: Heather Barberi, Sharnita Johnson, and Nina Mitchell Wells
Highlights from the 2025 Event
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Join fellow philanthropic leaders in celebrating excellence in arts education while investing in opportunities for New Jersey's students. For information on how to become an event supporter contact wendy@artsednj.org and deborah@artsednj.org.
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