Artwork Pickup + Delivery

For those with winning bids on auction artwork, there are several options to collect or receive your artwork purchase.

To ensure safe handling of the artwork, we are not able to offer pickup the night of the Benefit Art Auction. Please plan to collect artwork via one of these options: 


PICKUP DURING BUSINESS HOURS:

Artwork may be picked up at Bemis Center beginning Wednesday, November 4 at no additional charge. Pickup is available during the following time periods Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, or by advance appointment by contacting development@bemiscenter.org. 

  • Wednesday, November 4 to Friday, November 20
  • Monday, November 30 to Friday, December 11


EVENING PICKUP ON SPECIAL DATES:

Bemis Center will host two casual gatherings with light bites and complimentary beverages, offered as a special thanks to art buyers and to toast your support of Bemis's programs as you pick up your purchases. Join us at Bemis for one of these Bubbles + Bubble Wrap events: 

  • Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 5:30-7:30 PM
  • Thursday, November 12, 2026 | 5:30-7:30 PM


DELIVERY:

Should you need assistance with the delivery and/or installation of your artwork, and you live in the Omaha/Lincoln region, you may arrange for delivery and installation services at an additional fee. Arrangement and payments are made directly with vendors. Bemis recommends:

Name: Matt Bauer
Email: mattbauer@gmail.com
Delivery and Installation Fee: Minimum $100 for the first hour and $75 for each additional hour. Rates subject to vary based upon location of delivery and installation. Please email directly for a quote.


Name: Brad Marr
Email: bradmmarr@gmail.com
Delivery and Installation Fee: Minimum $100 for the first hour and $75 for each additional hour. Rates subject to vary based upon location of delivery and installation. Please email directly for a quote.


SHIPPING:

If you need your artwork purchase to be shipped: Please let us know by contacting development@bemiscenter.org or 402.341.7130. Bemis Center will connect you with our shipping vendor, Craters & Freighters. The cost of shipping work will be billed separately by the vendor.


QUESTIONS:

For other questions about the Benefit Art Auction, please visit our event FAQ. 


For remaining questions regarding artwork pickup, please contact the Development Team at development@bemiscenter.org or 402.341.7130. 


Thank you for supporting Bemis Center!