Over the last year the Gibbes has acquired a wonderful variety of new works for the permanent collection including an unprecedented number of works by African American artists. Through both purchases and generous donations, works by Leo Twiggs, Charles Williams, Mary Jackson, Sam Doyle, Kara Walker, and David Driskell now call the Gibbes home. These […]
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This week in our Staff Spotlight, we are featuring Jen Ross, the Director of Development at the Gibbes! How long have you been at the Gibbes? I began working at the Gibbes in August of 2011 as a part-time grants writer. With the start of the capital campaign and fundraising for the renovation project I […]
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Name: Chaz Butler Title: Special Events Assistant How long have you been at the Gibbes? I started at the Gibbes in July of 2016. Describe your role here at the museum in a few sentences. When you work at a non-profit, you are bound to wear multiple hats. The Gibbes is no different in that […]
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Name: Becca Hiester Title: Associate Curator of Education How long have you been at the Gibbes? I’ve been working here for 3 years, but I volunteered for 5 years before that. Describe your role here at the museum in a few sentences. I’ve been the Associate Curator of Education since September of this year and […]
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CHARLESTON, S.C., December 8, 2017 — More than one year after reopening to the public after a two-year, $17 million renovation, the Gibbes Museum of Art announced the results of a study that reveals the museum’s economic impact on the Charleston tri-county area. Produced by The Citadel School of Business Administration, the study found that […]
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Charleston is so fortunate to have a premier collection of shops featuring antiques—as well as fine and decorative arts—situated within just two city blocks along lower King Street. Housed in historic buildings, these shops not only offer an amazing cornucopia of treasures, but also a lovely ambiance while shopping. About six and a half years […]
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As the holidays quickly approach and 2017 nears its end, it is the time to reflect on our abundance and blessings. We are fortunate to live in Charleston, a place of beauty and distinct character. As director of development for the Gibbes Museum of Art, I am so thankful for the opportunity to work in […]
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Our next Staff Spotlight features Zinnia Willits, the Director of Collections and Operations! Name: Zinnia Willits Title: Director of Collections and Operations How long have you been at the Gibbes? I joined the Gibbes as the Collections Manager in March 2003. Describe your role here at the museum in a few sentences. VERY briefly, I […]
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Two and a half years ago, I moved to Charleston to pursue a research internship at the Simon Jude Chancognie House located on Laurens Street in the historic Ansonborough neighborhood. As the first major step in my pursuit of a career in art and architectural history, it was an incredible combination of my interests – […]
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Get to know the staff of the Gibbes! Each month, we will be posting a couple of “Staff Spotlight” stories to help you become better acquainted with the Gibbes Museum of Art team of employees. First up, we have Megan Hoffman! Name: Megan Hoffman Title: Development and Visitor Services Assistant How long have you been […]
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