The Newport Art Museum has named Harry Philbrick, a museum professional with nearly 40 years of experience, as its new executive director, the museum announced Friday. Philbrick, a Rhode Island native, will begin his role in mid-September after completing his current position as interim director of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Museum. He […]
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2015 ‘Wet Paint’ Raises $125,000 for the Newport Art Museum
The Newport Art Museum‘s beloved art making event and fundraiser,Wet Paint presented by AR Capital, wrapped up on Sunday, August 16 raising a grand total of $125,000 for the Museum’s exhibitions, outreach, education and historic preservation efforts and setting a new record for the event. 400 artists of all backgrounds, skill levels and ages made art on Saturday, donating 534 pieces […]