On June 3rd we celebrate the legacy of Gordon Parks and the individuals who have inspired others through their creative work #gpfgala2014

“The guy who takes a chance, who walks the line between the known and unknown, who is unafraid of failure, will succeed”- Gordon Parks

This year's gala will honor Irvin Mayfield, Vera Wang, Lorna Simpson and Ed Zwick #gpfgala2014

“Enthusiasm is the electricity of life. How do you get it? You act enthusiastic until you make it a habit.” - Gordon Parks

#tbt to the dapper SWIZZ BEATZ at the 2013 gala. We're honored to have him host this year's event. #gpfgala2014

The world becomes a better place on Fridays... especially because it means we are one week closer to the gala! #gpfgala2014

Only 3 weeks left until The Gordon Parks Awards Dinner and Auction. Reserve your tickets today! bit.ly/1ltPeMV #gpfgala2014

#Inspiration to us all. #gpfgala2014

And the countdown begins... we are so excited as the gala is one week closer. Let's get this party started! #gpfgala2014 #preservethepast

We can’t wait to hear Janelle Monáe👽🚆🤖🚀🪐’s eclectic soul R&B sounds LIVE at this year’s gala! #gpfgala2014

@brialovesmj This year's gala is on June 3rd. Check out the invite here ~ bit.ly/1ggWWe8

It's our pleasure to present the first ever Gordon Parks Patron of the Arts award to Mellody Hobson & George Lucas! bit.ly/1ggWWe8

Two weeks left! If you have not purchased tickets yet do so here bit.ly/1ltPeMV! It is certain to be an amazing night #gpfgala2014

Less than two weeks until Janelle Monáe👽🚆🤖🚀🪐 takes the stage... we are so ready to get this party started. It's about to get electric! #gpf2014

Join us for the after party with SWIZZ BEATZ and DJ Runna! #gpfgala2014

"Think in terms of images and words. They can be mighty powerful when they are fitted together properly" - Gordon Parks #gpfgala2014

One week left! Don't miss out on tickets to this year's Gala. More info here ~ bit.ly/1ltPeMV #gpfgala2014

#TBT to the scene at last year's gala. We can't wait for June 3rd! #gpfgala2014

One more day until the 2014 Gordon Parks Gala! More info here ~ bit.ly/1ltPeMV #gpfgala2014