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What makes a great museum leader?

The Mid-West Museum Association

During a recent Midwest Museums Connect Meetup, we asked members to help us brainstorm the qualities of a great museum leader. We considered what leadership should and should not look like, often inspired by personal experiences with past supervisors. In summary, here are the group’s thoughts on the qualities of great museum leaders: They desire to build and earn trust from stakeholders (internal and external) through clear communication and consistent action.

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Lessons Learned About Climate and Art from the Van Gogh Soup Can Protest

Art Peritus

By now many have heard about the group “Stop Oil Now” pouring a can of soup on “Sunflowers” by Vincent Van Gogh at the National Gallery. The incident was originally reported via Artnet. The intent of the activists involved (according to their messaging) was not to damage the painting that was protected behind glass, but instead to call attention to their climate-centered mission and encourage society to question what we value on the whole.

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Chinese Antiques Valuations And Appraisals

The Antique Appraisal Co

Many people are interested in Chinese antiques, but may not know how to go about appraising and valuing it. In this blog post, we will explore some tips on how to do just that. Chinese antiques have a long and rich history, and if genuine can be extremely valuable. If you are thinking about appraising or selling Chinese art, it is important to do your research and consult with experts.

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The Last Thing I Wanted To Do

The Appraiser Coach

I grew up in a real-estate home. My father was involved in real-estate for as long as I can remember. When I was in my teens my dad became an. Read More.