2008 Museum Department Objectives with Accomplishments
- Complete construction of the new Art & Children's Museum
building, in coordination with our partners. (Council Goals 1, 3 and 6)
In Progress. 100% construction completion expected by beginning of April
2009.
- Complete planning for the efficient transition of
facilities, exhibits, and collections to the new Art & Children's Museum
building. (Council Goals 1, 3 and 6)
Plan Completed – Staff will begin moving collections and offices summer
of 2009.
- Begin implementing the Museum's business and facility
transition plan to provide sustainable museum operations to the
community. (Council Goal 1)
Started - Curriculum development for programs and tours will include
tour of sustainable building and exhibit components that help to "tell
the story".
- Work with Arts District partners to develop an Arts District
plan to enhance cultural, educational, and tourism aspects of the City's
downtown core. (Council Goals 3 and 6)
Completed.