I wrote recommendations, and I was dismissed, so I went through proper channels before putting my name and my reputation in the public view, Weitzman said. I am privileged to serve on LCE's Board of Directors and its Finance Committee. I would love to see a deep dive into the funding of the museum. "negro dog" "red light" house 4-H Club 10th Cavalry Regiment 50th anniversary 60th anniversary 100th anniversary 135th Regiment 500 block 1619 A.M.E. church A.M.E. Zion A.M.E. Zion Church abandoned building abandoned cemetery abandoned child aboriginal people abortion Abraham Lincoln abuse access road accidental death accidental injury accident . If there are additional episodes of improper staff involvement, I will bring this to the trustees to consider your continuing on the board., On Monday, Nov. 14, the day before Tuesdays board meeting, Saenger wrote to Weitzman, In accordance with the bylaws, I am giving you notice that given the inappropriate behavior when you and your companions verbally attacked and intimidated Pam and others at the members event I will request a discussion as to your continuing to serve on the AAM board. What, because I spoke up? she said. For what it is worth, my observation is that departmental staff come and go frequently. Based on these articles, the museum board is composed and operating based on a friends and family and buddy system style approach that ensures most if not all members will agree to self protect each other and fend off critiques. The board meets the second Monday of each month (unless regular date is a holiday and/or as noted in schedule) at 5:00 p.m. at the Asheville City School Administrative Offices at 85 Mountain St. Who did they support? Saenger then polled the trustees. Even though the server responded OK, it is possible the submission was not processed. Weitzman was the only current trustee who agreed to be interviewed for the Watchdog investigative story and was quoted saying the museum looks really pretty on the outside. Im sorry that having a frank conversation that you didnt want to have seemed like an attack. Asheville Watchdog is a nonprofit news team producing stories that matter to Asheville and Buncombe County. That Myers has brought in a lot of funding is great. The museum held a member appreciation party Nov. 10, the day after the Watchdog story appeared. Weitzman pressed on after Saenger became the chair, asking for more information on employee complaints, staff exit interviews, and the executive coach that had been brought in for Myers and senior leaders, emails show. Check out www.ashevilleart.org for details. Every request was honored, Krider said. The Asheville Art Museum is committed to being an active leader against racism. The argument is that she has consistently failed at other very vital parts of her job and the Board has been relatively inefficient at addressing them seriously and effectively. I never heard anyone speak with such divine right, Krider said. She returned to the group, and Lewis approached Myers. Thats absurd, Krider said. In all of my life, Ive never been in a situation where there was such hostility, and I actually felt physically threatened, Benites said. See here for our terms of service. How were these funds stewarded? The only people still working at the KIA that were there when the director came 8 years ago are the maintenance men (after getting $605K in PPP, she only rehired maintenance, not anyone she laid off). Written by Sally Kestin, Asheville Watchdog. It is an age old story. Some art lovers thank their lucky stars for Meyers. The Asheville Art Museum is a private nonprofit 501c3 (not public). But the culture of fear in employees, the morale and the attrition is horrendous., In ticking off Weitzmans pattern of disruptive behavior at Tuesdays board meeting, Saenger, the chair, said, I dont see in any way how this benefits anyone or anything about the museum.. At the board meeting Tuesday, Benites said he was terribly, terribly upset by the incident. After getting a million or more from the City, is the Art Museum still enjoying public funding? In charge of it all is a board of trustees with full authority over the museum's affairs, and one that operates out of public view, often yielding to the will of its long-time executive director, Pamela Myers. We fully believe in its vision to transform lives through art. Apparently they built Pams house and thats all we need to know. Weitzman addressed the incident at the party by saying it occurred at the end of the evening with very few guests at the museum.. No one on that board even bothered to come to Michelles defense and say, Well, wait a minute. Our mission is to encourage young professionals across industries to learn, support, and ultimately invest in diverse and . A board that shuns this responsibility will lead to the demise of the organization. Weitzman said at the meeting she was being punished for standing up against the mistreatment of employees. It is a cornerstone in this art-rich town that we can all be very proud of.. Saenger told Asheville Watchdog that as far as he knew, the museum, established in 1948, had never removed a trustee. Saenger then polled the trustees. Kindness and gentle approaches The fact that many have shared this sentiment and the board continues to take no meaningful action is ludicrous. Weitzman and the group moved to the first floor, where Myers was standing with trustee Bob Benites. "I don't do this lightly," said Paul Saenger, chair of the museum's Board of Trustees, according to a recording of the board . Its also about what it looks like for Asheville, all of us.. Alas, Ms. Weitzman is no longer there as a gadfly. Our Vision + Mission: To transform lives through art. I think they felt threatened anyway, physically, and they were verbally attacked., Saenger allowed Weitzman an opportunity to respond at the board meeting before she was banished. Candace Reilly, one of six former employees who complained to the trustees in 2015, told Asheville Watchdog the board had a chance to do the right thing, but chose to support Myers. North Carolina museum exhibiting 20th century American art. The museum held a member appreciation party Nov. 10, the day after the Watchdogstory appeared. Checks and balances must be in place for all employees including executive management. What is happening at art museums? The Asheville Art Museum's vision is to transform lives through art, and we welcome all visitors without discrimination. Krider said that she was disturbed by what she had read in the Watchdog story. I was impressed to know that the leader of an unpaid docent group held a position on the board. Monica Krider, a realtor, attended as a guest of Gretchen Lewis, who is also a realtor and a museum member. I was docent president at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts and because of this had a seat on the board. The board has stood by Myers, 65, largely crediting her with raising $30 million in a capital campaign that spanned well over a decade. A renovated and expanded museum opened in 2019 in a glass building that is now a landmark downtown, and the museum has an endowment of more than $6 million. Asheville-born interdisciplinary artist Sherrill Rolands socially driven practice draws upon his experience with wrongful incarceration for a crime he did not commit and seeks to open conversations about how we care for our communities and one another with compassion and understanding. MakerSpace: Third Thursday with Artist Aspen Johnston. The staff all seemed so pleasant, and my family enjoyed the art, staff and cafe. I believe we are on a solid path forward, Click wrote. In the spring of 2021, the board voted on the directors new contract. He then deferred to trustee Gary Zahler, who joined the virtual meeting late. Kathleen A. The new director came in Fall of 2014 and since then 31 people have quit. Is there not something to this? Huff said. I have never forgotten this episode. whichhe continued to create over the course of his career as an art director and into his personal work after retirement. Rebel/Re-Belle: Exploring Gender, Agency, and Identity | Selections from the Asheville Art Museum and Rubell Museum combines works from two significant collections of contemporary art to explore how artists have innovated, influenced, interrogated, and inspired visual culture in the past 100 years. It is obvious that her interpersonal skills are lacking, in spite of previous training and consulting. Thats a big part of why we've never charged for the paper or put up a paywall. Show your support for our community by helping us power authoritative, in-depth reporting, and keeping access free for neighbors who need it. The Collectors' Circle is dedicated to increasing their own knowledge about art and collecting, while also growing the Museum's Permanent Collection through annual purchases from an acquisition fund created by yearly dues. This responsibility overrides all styleand The Appleby Exhibition Hall was not open so if that part was open there may be more art in there. Oh, and I love the quote.. Youre in my house. .reminds me of another psychopath were all unfortunately all too familiar with. Sherrill Roland November 18, 2022-March 20, 2023 In addition to the regular board meetings, the board holds work sessions one week prior to the regular . The new Asheville Art Museum facility enhances the Museum's presentations of American art of the 20 th and 21 st . Inappropriate behavior? Lewis said Benites intervened, defending Myers. This should be more a group effort.. But I feel like that has been compromised on numerous occasions by Michelle Weitzman.. Activities and Societies: graduate assistantship, Dept of Art History, Theory and Criticism news editor F magazine, executive board, Artists of Color United (ACU) Ford Foundation Fellowship (full . Clear enough? The Museums expansion and renovation project has consisted of different carefully planned phases: renovation/preservation of the North Wing (1926 Pack Library building); demolition work on the Museums East Wing and core; and the construction of the new building and glass faade. Saenger responded in an Aug. 9 email that while it is important that trustees are informed as to staffing needs, etc., personal details are restricted by state and federal policy.. Open Wednesdays 11am6pm | Reserve tickets now. The old powers get nervous and forget decency, all in the name of saving the good work weve done when its actually their own egos theyre defending and their positions of prestige and public notice theyre clinging to. For immediate assistance or general inquiries, please call 828.253.3227. How many people did they do this to? But how does that make the museum Youre in MY house? Support the creative future of our region and donate today. It sounds like it is time for the board to put Pam in her place as successful fundraiser in chief and keep her away from the rest of the organization. Its our responsibility to promote the health of the museum and its mission. David Huff, one of five museum board members who resigned in the spring, said the trustees were doubling down by removing Weitzman. The word used by three former staff is traumatic. , Kevin Click, the board vice-chair and a former human resources executive, said in a written response to questions from Asheville Watchdog that Myers has been very positive about the coaching and feedback she is receiving.. So California Woke values complainer got the boot for causing problems. Having been a consultant to dozens of major medical centers, large and small hospitals; as an active member of various boards; as an active supporter of the Asheville Art Museum for 19 years and a retired AAM board member; and along with my spouse substantial donors of funds and art , I am distressed and appalled over the treatment of Michelle Weitzman ,as revealed in this article. Thank you for being part of this effort to promote respectful discussion. Asheville Its our responsibility to promote the health of the museum and its mission. Museum Members receive 12 months of free general admission. . Michelle has a voice of honestly and integrity and not afraid to share it to the world ! Yes, It Stinks, Information About Holiday Water Failures Is Trickling Out, as Asheville Officials Meet in Private. Weitzman said she wanted to make clear that she was not the one confronting Myers at the party. Emails provided by Weitzman show she raised employee concerns beginning in March 2022. Im sorry that having a frank conversation that you didnt want to have seemed like an attack. Saenger responded, We do not believe it would be appropriate to share incident reports or security videos., Sarah Reincke, president of the Docents Association before Weitzman and a former trustee, said she believes the board was trying to find any excuse to rid themselves of a Trustee who consistently voiced valid opinions the Executive Committee refused to consider., Reincke said Weitzman was not the person who reprimanded Pam at the party, and she is not responsible for how another person expresses an opinion., The board used the actions of a third party as cause for Michelles dismissal, further proof, Reincke said, of the museums dysfunctional leadership., In a statement to Asheville Watchdog, Saenger wrote that the museum does not comment on trustees who leave the organization., If the board feels it necessary to ask a trustee to step down before the end of their normal term, it is not a matter we take lightly, but with the best interest of the museum in mind, Saenger wrote. Open Wednesdays 11am6pm | Reserve tickets now. But I feel like that has been compromised on numerous occasions by Michelle Weitzman.. Do we only care about rectifying injustices from long ago? It was not an attack.. Mark-Ellis Bennett She couldnt have cared less. Please check the salaries of public school principals in Asheville and Buncombe County for comparison. Experience great art while mingling with fellow art lovers at an opening reception, watch a local ceramist throw a pot in her studio, discover new creative skills at a workshopall this and more. No one on that board even bothered to come to Michelles defense and say, Well, wait a minute. The board has stood by Myers, 65, largely crediting her with raising $30 million in a capital campaign that spanned well over a decade. Admission is charged for non-members. This is no joke. Kerry Martin, Community Volunteer. Lewis said that Myers told her, Now is not the time, but did not say when she would be available to speak. Also, while it may be true that toxicity exists in many museums and nonprofits, it is wholly unacceptable to settle for the status quo. An Asheville Museum of Art board member and volunteer docent who spoke publicly about allegations of worker mistreatment at the museum has been ousted from her post, the Asheville. The Asheville Art Museums vision is to transform lives through art, and we welcome all visitors without discrimination. Open daily 11am6pm. Hoping AAM administrators will learn from the internal and external feedback and make changes for the good of their employees and the city. She imperiously, very rudely and with great toxicity showed me the door. Answer Man: Where are the street sweepers? A gift to the Capital Campaign is a gift to our communitys future. These are not adolescents whining for attention, promotions and pay raises. We need a Museum that honors art handlers, curators, communications staff, docents, program leaders, and community builders alike. Why are so many who live here in the present so spineless? Is there a chance NC electoral votes will be split? This, frankly, is the story of a very strong institution, an ambitious and focused leader and a board. Has Pam done anything unethical or illegal? Krider told Asheville Watchdog she did not threaten anyone. Join Us This Sunday for a Traditional Game Day. I totally agree, David. Those that dont agree to play that game will be made irrelevant or removed entirely. We hope youll consider signing up to be a member of Xpress. What art museum does not have a lead curator? He said an Asheville Watchdog investigative story last week, in which Weitzman was quoted supporting ex-employees who complained of a toxic workplace, had tainted the image of the museum., As a final straw, Saenger said, Pamela Myers, the museums executive director, and a couple of others were threatened at a museum party the night of Nov. 10. After the vote to remove Weitzman, Saenger said, I would just underscore that its just not appropriate to take things into your own hands. My generals ..and my highly classified documents. Open Wednesdays 11am6pm | Reserve tickets now. The Asheville Art Museum's vision is to transform lives through art. Asheville Art Museum. {{#message}}{{{message}}}{{/message}}{{^message}}Your submission failed. This sounds EXACTLY like the art museum I used to work for. This is not a game to me, Weitzman said, adding that she had raised concerns about employee mistreatment with Saenger; with the previous chair, Herbert Butch Patrick Jr.; and with board vice chair Kevin Click, the chair of the human resources committee. Never miss an update by signing up for our free Watchdog News Alerts, delivered directly to your inbox. Im sorry that having a frank conversation that you didnt want to have seemed like an attack. But we have been updating inside and out, to build on our past and move forward so that we may thrive far into the 21st century. Asheville Watchdog is a nonprofit news team producing stories that matter to Asheville and Buncombe County. At the board meeting Tuesday, Benites said he was terribly, terribly upset by the incident. Zahler mentioned an issue, an apparent reference to employee complaints about Myerss management dating to at least 2015. Kate Meehan, Idaho National Laboratory. As a friend of the arts and the Museum, your support is more important than ever. We understand, the web can be a dangerous place! A woman Weitzman identified as Lindsay Rosson, director of finance and operations at the museum, removed Kriders wine glass from her hand and asked her to leave, according to Weitzman, Krider and Lewis. The Asheville Art Museum has a high-quality collection of artifacts and visual arts representing the rich history of Western North Carolina. Saenger responded, We do not believe it would be appropriate to share incident reports or security videos., Sarah Reincke, president of the Docents Association before Weitzman and a former trustee, said she believes the board was trying to find any excuse to rid themselves of a Trustee who consistently voiced valid opinions the Executive Committee refused to consider., Reincke said Weitzman was not the person who reprimanded Pam at the party, and she is not responsible for how another person expresses an opinion., The board used the actions of a third party as cause for Michelles dismissal, further proof, Reincke said, of the museums dysfunctional leadership., In a statement to Asheville Watchdog, Saenger wrote that the museum does not comment on trustees who leave the organization., If the board feels it necessary to ask a trustee to step down before the end of their normal term, it is not a matter we take lightly, but with the best interest of the museum in mind, Saenger wrote. The Disturbing Details Behind the Bird Flu and Egg Prices. Abigail L. Martin, Keller Williams Realty. Asheville Art Museum Association Inc. has earned a 4/4 Star rating on Charity Navigator. Image Requests To request images for publication or other uses, click here to complete our request for image use form. Got it. I am aware of at least 15 full time staff that have quit just this year. Pamela L. Myers, Executive Director Executive Committee Paul Lentz Saenger, Chair Kevin Click, Vice Chair Butch Patrick, Immediate Past Chair Julia Peterson, Secretary Karen Praytor, Treasurer Staff Directory and Contact Board of Trustees Tami Bebber Robert Benites Courtney Blossman Chris Cavanaugh Carolyn Coward Betsy Cunagin Paula Dawkins Lei Han It was not an attack.. We uphold anti-oppressive and equitable practices, while striving to create opportunities for education and action to build a stronger community. Proudly powered by Newspack by Automattic. But it was Krider, not Weitzman, who confronted Myers in front of board member Robert Benites. Pre-purchased online tickets and walk-in tickets are available. I hardly said anything. Krider said she asked Myers about the Watchdog story, and Myers declined to discuss it, saying, according to Krider, Youre in my house.. But, with the revelations coming from this and other articles, I now have to question my assumptions. I think well move on with our agenda now. Late-night Thursdays until 9pm; closed Tuesdays. Commentary This article was originally published in American Thinker Consumers can take a lot, but when you start raisin Sunday Funday the Old-Fashioned Way! Museum Members receive 12 months of free general admission. Open daily 11am6pm. Why? Once again, the wealthy establishment of Asheville shows that they will brook no questioning of their divine right to rule. The Power Plant, a leading contemporary art space on Toronto's waterfront, has lost nearly its entire board of directors, with 24 out of 27 of its members resigning en masse earlier this week.The members who resigned have done so due to objections to the institution's management by an affiliated nonprofit organization, the Harbourfront Centre, and have called for the institution to be held . Grand Opening Celebration, Saturday, Nov. 9, 6-10 p.m., $225 . I, and another board member, opposed the contract because of the directors extreme salary and benefits while maintaining a toxic working environment ($242K this year with a $35K bonus if shes still here next month). When we visited, there was a temporary exhibit of recently donated Southern Folk Art (think: the ubiquitous and prolific Howard Finster and unschooled artists such as Finster), and a collection of modernist design from the mid-20th. The Asheville Art Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, accredited by the American Alliance of Museums that receives support for its programs from Museum Members; other generous individuals, corporations, businesses, and foundations; the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources (www.NCArts.org); the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the primary source of federal support for the nations libraries and museums; and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency that believes that a great nation deserves great art. The Museum acknowledges that it is situated upon the ancient, southern Appalachian ancestral homeland of the Cherokee Tribe and that this region is still the home of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians today. North Carolina museum exhibiting 20th century American art. But some trustees felt the board should do more, such as hire an administrator to run the day-to-day operations and free Myers to focus on fundraising and larger issues. Great coverage, thanks for exposing the toxic environment. The Museum moved The Museum also offers a broad variety of innovative programs for all ages, including classes and workshops for adults, college students, children . sorry, that should have read: [this] reminds me of another highly manipulative/ vindictive psychopath Anyway, really, the powers to be in the City of Asheville/ Buncombe County now is the time for some serious damage control because I highly doubt this is going away anytime soon. Hours + Location. For as little as $5 a month the cost of a craft beer or kombucha you can help keep local journalism strong. It is a cornerstone in this art-rich town that we can all be very proud of.. What, because I spoke up? she said. 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