AT THE ALLEN / SPRING 2024 / 17 MUSEUM CLOSURE IN SUMMER 2024 In 2021, Oberlin College began work on the “Sustainable Infrastructure Program,” or SIP, which entails converting the campus heating system from steam to hot water, with the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2025. The Allen Memorial Art Museum had already undertaken this green heating and cooling approach as part of a major 2009–11 renovation that saw geothermal wells sunk in the museum’s north lawn and a complete updating of the museum’s heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and associated systems—a project that earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification. Now, the museum’s existing systems are slated to be hooked into the campus’s new systemduring summer 2024. Regretfully, this will entail the closure of the museum to the public starting May 27 and throughout the summer. We are taking this rare opportunity of a closure to install new carpeting on the second floor, refinish flooring in the Nord andWillard-Newall galleries, and study lighting upgrades for the East Gallery, among other projects. We are grateful for the partnership of the Oberlin College Facilities Planning and Construction staff in this work, and look forward to welcoming you back to a refreshedmuseum in the autumn. ACCREDITATION RENEWED In November the Allen was awarded reaccreditation by the American Alliance of Museums. This is the result of a multi-year process that involves a deep dive into a museum’s operations, policies, and strategic vision. Gaining reaccreditation means that the Allen continues to meet national standards and best practices, and is a member of a community of institutions that hold themselves publicly accountable for excellence. Allen Memorial Art Museum after the conclusion of the program.” Zach Terrillion (OC 2024) added, “The Practicumwas a fantastic opportunity to learn about different pathways in museums beyond the more familiar role of curation. I met some incredible people, and learned how to convey the meaning of all sorts of art to all sorts of public audiences. The field trips were also a ton of fun!” Above: A student explores the ArtLens Gallery at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Opposite left: Parker Niles (OC 2023) gives a sample Object Talk. Opposite right: Iris Junker (OC 2024) works on a glass mushroom at the Toledo Museum of Art. Below: The Practicum 2023 group pauses for a photo.
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