The 2026 Great Brush Off Art Auctions

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*Artist*: Karen Shortsleeve, 2025. Oil. 24″ x 36″

Item #69 available in the 2026 Cahoon Museum’s Great Brushoff Silent Auction June 27 – July 12 9am. BID NOW

Karen Shortsleeve holds a Master’s degree in Visual Arts and has a rich background teaching high school Studio Art and AP Art History. Now focusing on her own studio practice, she is an Artist Member of the renowned Copley Society of Art in Boston. She also frequently collaborates with and exhibits through several regional art centers and local artists’ guilds.

Artist: Lynn Barry, 2026 Cherry and Rosewood 12.5 x 16 inches

Item #128 is only available in the Cahoon Museum’s Great Brushoff Live Auction 5-7:30pm Saturday July 11, 2026 SOLD OUT View HERE

Lynn Barry has spent over three decades teaching classic Nantucket basket making, encouraging the patience and precision essential to the craft. Students quickly learn her philosophy: baskets take the time they need. Her studio has produced everything from tiny minis to heirloom cradles. Mentored by the late Cynthia Lamb, Lynn is deeply grateful for the traditions she now carries forward. As a keeper of craft and memory, she finds her greatest fulfillment in the accomplishments of her students.

This Artist has generously donated 100% of the proceeds to the Cahoon Museum of American Art.

The artists, Cahoon Museum of American Art and community thank you for your continued support!

38th Annual Great Brushoff Art Auction

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SOLD OUT The Cahoon Museum’s Annual Fundraising event, the Great Brush Off Art Auction features over 100 artworks by talented local and regional artists.

*On the Pink* Artist: Rosalie Nadeau
Oil/board 13.75 x 13.75 inches, Framed

SOLD OUT Whether you are a long-time supporter, aspiring collector, or curious about this dynamic fundraiser, come celebrate the arts with the Cahoon Museum of American Art! Proceeds support the participating artists, arts education and access at the museum.

Except for the exclusive viewing and opportunity to bid live on the three plein air “wet” paintings, all of the art can be viewed at the Cahoon’s Garden Gallery during Museum hours Wednesday-Sunday 10-4. 4676 Falmouth Road, Cotuit, MA 02635 (508)428-4581

SOLD OUT the art auction cocktail party, a ticketed event, takes place from 5:00-7:00 pm on Saturday July 11th at the museum. Live Auction Cocktail Party tickets are $75 per person / $65 per museum member and include valet parking, food, drinks, music, fun, and great art! Tickets are available through the museum HERE

Auctioneer, Charlie Bailey-Gates will kick off the live bidding at 6:00pm.View both Live and Silent art and BID NOW on the Silent Art and Donations auction.

Last year’s event sold out and set a record for support for the artists, museum and community. Thank you!