The Fairfield University Art Museum has received a three-year grant totaling $56,000 from the Art Bridges Foundation, a national arts nonprofit founded by philanthropist Alice Walton, as part of the organization’s “Access for All” initiative.
“Access for All” seeks to increase access to museums and build community engagement by covering the costs of free admission days and expanded free hours, as well as programming, outreach, and community partnerships. The Fairfield University Art Museum plans to using their funds to support extended hours, with the museum expanding its Thursday viewing periods until 8:00 p.m. for the next three years.
Fairfield University Art Museum is one of 64 museums to receive a grant from the initiative’s $40 million funding. in funding to 64 museums nationwide. Carey Mack Weber, executive director of the museum, said, “Our diverse audiences have long asked for extended hours, particularly to accommodate those who work during the day. We hope that this initiative will bring new visitors and new excitement, as well as expanded partnerships, allowing us to welcome more community members than ever before.”
