Photo Flash: Renee Fleming, Gloria Steinem and More at 2015 Library Lions Gala

Last night, November 2nd, guests gathered at the New York Public Library where Alan Bennett, Maira Kalman, Karl Ove Knausgaard, Judith Jamisonand Gloria Steinem were honored at the Annual Library Lions Gala. Scroll down for photos!

The New York Public Library's Annual Library Lions Gala, recognizes individuals for their outstanding achievements in the fields of art, culture, scholarship, and letters.

The event was held in the Library's landmark Stephen A. Schwarzman Building. The evening featured a special musical performance from Grammy Award winner Renee Fleming.

Additional attendees included Kathy Najimy, Dan Finnerty, Salman Rushdie, Alex Jennings, Former New York City Police Commissioner Ray Kelly, Senator Chuck Schumer and Princess Firyal al-Muhammad.

Photo Credit: Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Library Lions Benefit