""As we enter our next chapter, every decision is guided by our commitment to remaining an essential part of the cultural fabric of the Bay Area for generations to come," Kerry King, the CJM's executive director, said in a statement."
""It has been both an honour and a profound responsibility to shape a building for this community-one that transforms a historic power station into a new architectural expression of light, form and public life," Libeskind said in a statement."
""While our physical home may evolve, our dedication to serving as an essential hub for art, culture and Jewish life remains unwavering.""
The Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco is selling its Daniel Libeskind-designed building due to low attendance and financial challenges exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic. The museum closed in December 2024, laying off 80% of its staff. Proceeds from the sale will be used to secure a sustainable future for the institution. The museum aims to remain a vital part of the Bay Area's cultural landscape. The architect, Daniel Libeskind, supports the sale, hoping the building continues to inspire and serve the community.
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