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art-and-design2 years ago•2 min saved

"From Museum Director to Village Barkeep: A Second Act"

Laura Raicovich, a former museum executive, has transitioned into her second act as a bar impresario at the Francis Kite Club in the East Village. The club, co-founded by Raicovich, serves as a space for artists to hold performances, shape programming, and engage in political discussions over cocktails. Raicovich aims to create a warm and inclusive environment, distancing herself from the rarefied art world and focusing on fostering cultural exchange through the bar.

via The New York Times|

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arts-and-culture2 years ago•9 min saved

Hammer Museum Director Ann Philbin Announces Retirement After 25 Years

Ann Philbin, the director of the UCLA Hammer Museum since 1999, has announced her retirement, which will take effect in fall 2024. Philbin, who led the museum from local embarrassment to national prominence, has no specific plans for her next steps but will take some time off before her departure. The retirement announcement comes after the completion of a major expansion and renovation project at the museum. The Hammer board will now begin the search for a new director, while also filling the vacant position of chief curator. Philbin's tenure has seen the museum's budget grow significantly, its reputation rise, and the establishment of signature programs like the biennial exhibition "Made in L.A."

via Los Angeles Times|

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