LINCOLN, MA.- Share your passion for fine art and delicacies at DeCordova’s gala event, Red, White & Chocolate: The Art of Good Taste! This annual benefit and auction—which helps fund DeCordova’s innovative contemporary art programming—begins at 6:30 pm on Saturday, February 12.

Whether you are a seasoned collector or just beginning your pursuit of wine, art, and highly sought-after rarities, DeCordova provides a unique opportunity to sample fine wines, taste epicurean delights, bid on luxury items, and indulge in heavenly chocolates. Guests will participate in a wine tasting paired with gourmet treats catered by East Meets West, enjoy soothing instrumental music performed by Meredith Cooper, bid at a live auction presided over by Skinner, Inc. President and CEO Karen Keane, and—for the grand finale—enjoy a delectable chocolate tasting.

This sensational event raises funds for DeCordova’s educational programming and exhibitions. Your support, through the purchase of a ticket, helps DeCordova to provide its Members—and the entire New England community—with quality programs, including education and outreach programs, lectures and symposia, tours, educational collaborations, and exhibitions.

Tickets for this black-tie event are $300 (Sponsor level) and $125 (Patron level) per person ($90 of each ticket is tax deductible). The cost includes a wine tasting with paired hors d’oeuvres, live auction, and chocolate tasting. Featured auction items include superb works of contemporary art by exhibiting DeCordova artists, spectacular town and country vacation getaways from the Berkshires to the Rockies, special organized events like upscale private parties and premier sporting attractions, fine wines from around the world, and other delights.