2026 Ucross Gala to Honor Naoma Tate

The Ucross Foundation will host its biennial Wyoming Gala Thursday, Sept. 24, at the historic Big Red Ranch Complex in Ucross.

Ucross Foundation President and Executive Director Caitlin Addlesperger and Communications Associate Emi Whiting appeared on Public Pulse to speak on the event. 

The evening will honor Cody resident and Ucross Trustee Naoma Tate with the Outstanding Patron of the Arts Award, recognizing her longtime support of artists and the arts. 

C. Addlesperger  

The gala will feature a cocktail reception, seasonal dinner, performances by Ucross artist-alumni, an auction and the awards ceremony. 

The funds raised support residencies for more than 150 artists annually, community engagement programs and continued stewardship of Ucross’s 20,000-acre ranch. 

Learn more about the 2026 Ucross Gala and purchase tickets, by clicking here. Learn more about Naoma Tate’s patronage and accomplishments by clicking here.