Every year, on the first Monday in May, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City hosts the highly anticipated Met Gala. This event serves as a fundraiser for the museum's Costume Institute and marks the opening of its spring exhibition.
The Costume Institute is unique among the Met's curatorial departments as it is responsible for financing its own activities. The Met Gala stands out as its primary fundraising event, providing crucial support for the Institute's operations.
