Women's Committee Carnegie Museum of Art
Who We Are
Founded in 1957, the Women’s Committee operates exclusively to promote the cultural and educational value of Carnegie Museum of Art to the community by increasing the museum’s visibility, providing financial support and expanding its community outreach. Since its inception, the Women’s Committee has funded the purchase of art for the collections, contributed to the museum’s infrastructure and gallery renovations, and participated as a major donor to museum endowment and capital campaigns.
What's Happening
The World of Peter Dunham
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
The Women’s Committee’s primary annual fundraiser is ON DEC! The name ON DEC is a reference to decorative arts which, along with elements of design, is the focus of the presentation each year. This year’s event will take place in the Carnegie Music Hall and Foyer with a presentation, luncheon, and book signing.
ON DEC 2026 will feature Peter Dunham, celebrated interior designer and author known for his sophisticated, timeless style. The Wall Street Journal described his style as “Merchant Ivory Moderne” and “restraint with a kick." His international style embraces color and pattern, mixing bespoke furnishings, vintage finds and modern luxuries. His design work has been featured in Architectural Digest, ELLE Decor, House and Garden, House Beautiful, Coastal Living, WSJ, Veranda, Domino, Hollywood Reporter, Los Angeles Times, and more.
Our Legacy
Our legacy of major contributions includes:
- Creating and funding the beloved annual Carnegie Trees holiday tradition that began in 1961 and continues today
- Establishing the Women’s Committee Acquisition Fund in 1987 with a gift of $1 million
- Contributing $1 million to the renovation and reopening of the Ailsa Mellon Bruce Galleries in 2009
- A $500,000 contribution to endow the Richard Armstrong Curator of Contemporary Art pledged in 2011
- A $250,000 contribution to support the renovation of the Ailsa Mellon Bruce Galleries, Extraordinary Ordinary Things pledged in 2019
- A $100,000 contribution in support of The Milton and Sheila Fine Collection exhibition pledged in 2023
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