Elvira Dyangani-Ose to Leave MACBA Directorship Ahead of Schedule
Elvira Dyangani-Ose will resign from her position as director of the Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona in April, three months ahead of her contract's
Exploring Museum Heist Films: From ‘How to Steal a Million’ to ‘Ocean’s 8’
Delve into the captivating world of museum heist films, from 'How to Steal a Million' to the recent 'Ocean's 8'. These films artfully blend
Ireland Establishes Ongoing Basic Income for Artists After Pilot Success
Ireland's government is making its basic income program for artists permanent after a successful pilot. This initiative provides weekly payments to artists, enhancing productivity
Charges Dropped Against Photographer Alexa Wilkinson in Protest Case
Manhattan prosecutors have dismissed charges against protest photographer Alexa Wilkinson due to insufficient evidence. Wilkinson, accused of a hate crime while covering a protest,
Louvre’s First Female Director Steps Down Amidst Security Crisis
Laurence des Cars resigns from the Louvre amidst ongoing scrutiny following a high-profile jewel heist. Her tenure highlighted infrastructural vulnerabilities, leading to a substantial
Museum Pesticide Use Challenges Cultural Repatriation Efforts
Museums have long used pesticides to protect collections, but this practice complicates repatriation of cultural artifacts. Tribal communities face challenges with potentially contaminated items,
Public Art Provokes Right-Wing Backlash
A media campaign against the artist's public work, Phoenix Ladder, highlights ongoing fascist tensions. Created amid questioning of the U.S.'s colonial past, this Bronx
Ireland Leads in Artists’ Support with Permanent Income Scheme
Ireland has made its basic income program for artists a permanent policy, contrasting with U.S. initiatives that rely on nonprofits. Join a virtual chat