Category: Museums

Protesters demand the resignation of former trustee Ken Griffin following his criticism of pro-Palestinian activism In a dramatic display of protest, the main entrance of the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York was splattered with fake blood during a march for Gaza on November 22. The act, captured in a video shared by…

The Battle for Preservation: The Hotly Debated Move of UK’s Prized Historical and Scientific Collections In a move that has ignited a fierce debate, the UK government has recently announced plans to relocate the country’s historical and scientific collections to a new state-of-the-art facility. The decision has sparked controversy among historians, scientists, and cultural enthusiasts,…

Demonstrators highlight ties to controversial figures and demand accountability In a bold and attention-grabbing act of protest, the main entrance of the renowned Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City was drenched in fake blood during a march for Gaza on November 22. The incident, captured on video by the Palestinian-American youth movement…

Leading the Way: Mariët Westermann Takes the Helm at Guggenheim Museum Group Mariët Westermann, a distinguished art historian and cultural leader, has been appointed as the new Director and Chief Executive of the Guggenheim Museum Group. This announcement comes as a surprise to many in the art world, as Westermann brings a wealth of experience…