New York‘s Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) has named Christophe Cherix as its next director following a six-month international search.
Cherix will replace Glenn Lowry, the longest-serving director of the Museum of Modern Art, who is stepping down from his post in September of this year.
During his time with MoMa, Lowry has overseen two major renovations and a $450 million expansion, as well as a merger with PS1, a contemporary art institution in Queens.
“I have been privileged to work with Christophe for more than 15 years at MoMA, and I am delighted that the board has chosen him to be the next director of the museum,” Lowry said.
“In the months ahead, we will work together to ensure a smooth and successful transition.
“Christophe is a gifted and talented curator, and I Iook forward to seeing the museum evolve and thrive under his able direction.”
Cherix joined MoMA’s curatorial staff in 2007 and has served as chief curator of drawings and prints since 2013.
Cherix to begin new role in September
“MoMA has long been a leader in embracing new forms of expression, amplifying the voices of artists from around the globe, and engaging the broadest audiences onsite and online,” Cherix said.
“As the museum approaches its centennial, my highest priority is to support its exceptional staff and ensure that their unique ability to navigate the ever-evolving present continues to thrive.”
Marie-Josée Kravis, the museum’s chair, said: “Christophe’s brilliant curatorial leadership in modern and contemporary art, deep insight and passion for MoMA’s collection, and reputation for steady stewardship stood out as indispensable qualities to meet the moment as the museum’s next director.”
Founded in 1929, the Museum of Modern Art cares for a huge collection of more than 200,000 paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, objects and models.
Artworks at MoMA include Claude Monet’s ‘Water Lilies’, Vincent van Gogh’s ‘The Starry Night’ and Pablo Picasso’s ‘Les Demoiselles d’Avignon’.
Images courtesy of MoMA
