CAM After Dark: Conversation with the Collectors: The Gutierrez Collection

Join us for an engaging evening of art and conversation as CAM Executive Director Heather Wilson sits down with collectors Onay Gutierrez and Jeffrey Childers. Together, they’ll share the story behind their remarkable journey in collecting contemporary art and the deeply personal connections that have shaped We Belong Here: The Gutierrez Collection.

Over the past decade, Onay and Jeffrey have built meaningful relationships with artists and gallerists, beginning with North Carolina ceramicists and expanding to global voices, especially from the African diaspora. Their collection is a vibrant celebration of culture, identity, and the shared stories that unite us all.

Discover how their collection has evolved, what inspired their passion for collecting, and why it’s so important for them to share these works with a wider audience. For Onay and Jeffrey, art is more than visual—it’s a conduit for connection. Their hope is that every visitor finds something that resonates personally, affirming that we all belong here.