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DocuSign Envelope ID: E1F4DFC6-A621-4843-BOOA-21CDCOEC17C7 <br /> special exhibitions work to showcase the breadth and depth of <br /> human creativity. <br /> The Ackland is a vital teaching resource that puts the art of <br /> understanding at the heart of what we do. Using our collection and <br /> object-based learning, we empower our audience to get close to art— <br /> the familiar, the unexpected, the challenging—and connect with the <br /> complexity and beauty of the wider world. In 2018, 22,000 of the <br /> Ackland's annual visitors came to the Museum to participate in a <br /> range of educational and public programs for university, K-12, and <br /> community audiences. <br /> In addition to the Ackland's exhibition and education programs, the <br /> Museum works to acquire, research, publish, and preserve the works <br /> of art in our collection. The Ackland also has a growing membership <br /> community, and offers informal learning opportunities through an <br /> ongoing and robust public program schedule for members and non- <br /> members alike. The Ackland not only encourages close looking, but <br /> also active participation. The combination of our versatile collection, <br /> accessible interpretation materials, and variety of programs allow us <br /> to offer engaging experiences for all our visitors. <br /> In recognition of our commitment to being accessible to all, the <br /> Ackland permanently re-opened ART& in September 2018. A <br /> dedicated museum space for students and community to connect <br /> with each other and create and experience art, ART& hosts artist <br /> talks, performances, art-making classes, and much more. In addition <br /> to serving as a vibrant community and program space, ART& <br /> features site-specific commissions by contemporary artists. <br /> Ackland Director Katie Ziglar joined the Museum in July 2016, and <br /> leads a staff of 23 full-time Museum employees and one part-time <br /> employee in four departments, including administration, curatorial, <br /> external affairs, and academic programs. This year the Ackland will <br /> expand by four additional staff members. <br /> The Ackland's National Advisory Board (NAB) consists of 26 <br /> members and supports the advancement of the Museum and its <br /> mission. NAB members work closely with the Director and staff to <br /> enhance all aspects of Ackland's programing including but not <br /> limited to: enriching and caring for its collections; creating and <br /> presenting original research and exhibitions; educating students and <br /> the public; and expanding the Museum's national and international <br /> profile. <br />