An evening with Philippe de Montebello On Friday, May 30, Salisbury Society members were treated to a very special gala evening with Philippe de Montebello, director emeritus of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. In an engaging and candid conversation with Worcester Art Museum Director Matthias Waschek, Mr. de Montebello reflected on his 31 years leading the Met and on how art museums can transform themselves to adapt to a changing world. “Philippe de Montebello is the most renowned museum director of our day, and it is indeed a privilege and honor to have him here tonight, sharing his thoughts about the future of art museums,” said Mr. Waschek. After the program, Salisbury Society members joined Philippe de Montebello and Museum of Fine Arts Ann and Graham Gund Director Malcolm Rogers, for a tour of the new Knights! exhibition and the [remastered] galleries, followed by cocktails. Society members at the President’s Circle level then enjoyed an intimate dinner with our distinguished guests. Salisbury Society members are committed to supporting the Worcester Art Museum at a philanthropic level and enjoy special and exclusive member benefits. Learn more at worcesterart.org/Membership/salisbury-society. Photo: Dany Pelletier
Upcoming Salisbury Society event August 14, 2014, 5:30pm Salisbury Art Series: Courtly Love: Sweet Surrenders and Bitter Endings Presented by Antonella Doucette
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