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Visitors enjoy an outdoor event at the Allen. Photo by Mike Crupi. By summer 2025, all three goals had been achieved. In fall 2025, the museum undertook a refresh of the plan to align with the vision of its new director. This process engaged the entire staff in developing our goals and focused on launching the expansion project beyond the architectural feasibility study. With guidance from Julie Clarke and Elizabeth Voudouris from Business Volunteers Unlimited, the Allen refined its goals for the next three years while maintaining its core mission, vision, and values.
Leverage Internationally Recognized Art Collection
A. Develop balance between collection installations and exhibitions
B. Shape collection strategically
C. Create sustainable exhibition program
D. Develop the Weltzheimer/Johnson House into a campus and community resource
Support Oberlin College Students and Faculty with Museum Resources
A. Create learning opportunities for students and faculty
B. Expand pre-professional experiences for students
C. Continue support of college programs that support belonging
Launch Expansion Project
A. Complete architectural feasibility study
B. Conduct financial readiness assessment
C. Develop and launch museum capital campaign, in partnership with OC Advancement and Visiting Committee
D. Select architect
Strengthen Communications and Community Engagement
A. Make the museum more welcoming and accessible
B. Engage community through education and partnerships
C. Strengthen college awareness of the impact of the museum on the Oberlin College experience
D. Increase regional, national, and international visibility
Invest in People and Systems
A. Support and develop staff
B. Develop systematic budgeting process with staff
C. Engage Visiting Committee
D. Maintain high-quality security
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