S otheby’s Lates transforms our galleries into an after-hours cultural destination—bringing together artists, collectors, and the public for evenings of conversation, discovery, and connection.
Each edition is inspired by exhibitions and sales on view, offering new ways to experience art and culture through talks, tours, and live programming.
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Talks & Tours | Friday, July 10, 2026
Join us for an evening of art, culture, and conversation, featuring a dynamic lineup of talks, experiences, and specialist-led tours across exhibitions on view.
The evening brings together artists, curators, and Sotheby’s experts for a series of engaging conversations, from a discussion on Tyrannosaurus rex and the development of the US laws surrounding fossil ownership, to an exploration of Lillian Bassman's photography in our Salon.
Throughout the night, guests are invited to explore highlights from Summer Season, including Geek Week, Sports Week, Contemporary Discoveries, and 250 Years of American Art & Culture. Sotheby's will offer exclusive wine, whiskey, and jewelry masterclasses (available upon purchase of General Admission ticket).
Whether you are a seasoned collector or simply curious, this is an opportunity to experience Sotheby’s as a living cultural space, where exhibitions, ideas, and community come together.
Price includes one free drink ticket upon entry.
Read Less- American Art Tour
- Geek Week Tour
- Sports Week Tour
- Contemporary Discoveries Tour
- Adornment and Identity, the Making of American Icons
- Excavating Dinosaurs
- Lillian Bassman, Where Fashion Meets Photography
- America 250: The Declaration of Independence
- Whiskey Tasting
- Wine Tasting
- David Webb Deep Dive
- Polaroid Sessions
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Lanna ApisukhAmerican Art Tour -
Photography: Matthew Sherman Geek Week Tour -
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Adornment and Identity, the Making of American IconsTyler Thoreson, Phyllis Kao
Learn about the Iconic Stetson Cowboy Hat and its role and symbolism in the making of America: a conversation with Tyler Thoreson, Head of Brand & Marketing at Stetson, leaders from Gold House, and Sotheby's specialist, Phyllis Kao.
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Excavating DinosaursPeter Larson, Cassandra Hatton
Step into the exciting world of dinosaurs with Peter Larson, a world-renowned paleontologist and geological expert, in conversation with Cassandra Hatton, Sotheby's head of Science & Natural History.
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Lillian Bassman, Where Fashion Meets PhotographyJoin Sotheby's Jewelry and Photographs specialists, Frank Everett and Emily Bierman, in a discussion exploring the intersection of fashion and photography through the pioneering lens of Lillian Bassman , whose work is currently celebrated in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's exhibition Lillian Bassman: Bazaar and Beyond.
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America 250: The Declaration of IndependenceJoseph Newman, Head Curator at The Berkeley Foundation for Historical Books and Documents, in conversation with Sotheby's specialist, Selby Kiffer, will discuss The Declaration of Independence within the context of America's 250th birthday.
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Whiskey TastingJoin us for a guided whiskey tasting and learn about the wonderful world of Bourbon & Rye.
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Wine TastingOld World vs. New World: A Masterclass Across Continents. Discover how place, tradition, and innovation shape the world's most celebrated wine regions.
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David Webb Deep DiveJoin Sotheby's Vice Chairman of Jewelry, Frank Everett, for a hands-on deep dive into the brilliant world of David Webb: The Quintessential American Jeweler .
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Polaroid SessionsInspired by the photography of Lillian Bassman, guests are invited to create their own instant image interpretation of fashion, form, and movement. Capture a piece from the Salon, personalize your print, and take home a unique keepsake from Sotheby's Salon.
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