""This is more than a new collection gallery-it's a bold reframing of how African art is understood and celebrated in American museums," said Anne Pasternak, Shelby White and Leon Levy Director, Brooklyn Museum."
""At the same time, this renovation is a major step in our larger vision to revitalize the entire Museum, creating spaces that will allow us to continue to entice and engage a breadth of audiences with distinctive art experiences.""
""Rather than disguising the necessary modern touches that the gallery will need, they will be highlighted as decor. All new metal elements will be painted in 'rich accent colors' to create a visible contrast between old and new.""
The Brooklyn Museum is set to undergo a $13 million renovation of its Arts of Africa galleries, transforming 6,400 square feet into a permanent exhibition space. This new gallery will showcase over 300 works, highlighting Africa's artistic legacy alongside the Ancient Egyptian collection. The redesign aims to modernize the museum while enhancing visitor engagement. The project, led by Peterson Rich Office, will incorporate modern elements as part of the decor, emphasizing a blend of old and new aesthetics. The renovation is expected to be completed by fall 2027.
Read at Time Out New York
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