In Honor of Margo Smith AM

Margo Smith steps down as director of Kluge-Ruhe on May 19, although she will remain at UVA in an advisory capacity to assist with onboarding her successor until the end of June. To honor her 27 years of service at Kluge-Ruhe, the museum has established a special gift fund. At Smith’s request, contributions to this fund will support Kluge-Ruhe’s artist residency program. “The artist residency program is one of the most remarkable things Kluge-Ruhe does,” said Smith, “and it’s where the magic happens.” “Meeting people face-to-face is the best way to bridge cultural differences and connect in meaningful ways. I can’t count how many times I’ve seen friendships and professional relationships that were established during the residency flourish well beyond our sphere of influence.” Although the artist residency program is supported by Creative Australia, Kluge-Ruhe covers local expenses and the cost of the associated exhibitions, often seeking grants and donor gifts to finance the residencies.

Over the next couple of months, Kluge-Ruhe will reflect on past residencies and share some of the artists’ recent projects. “It should come as no surprise that each artist who spends time at Kluge-Ruhe develops a local fan base in Charlottesville,” said Smith. “We are interested in what they are doing now and want them to know they are always welcome here!”

Learn about upcoming artist residencies.

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