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Dr. Charles
Venable, Director
Photo by John Nation
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When the Speed
Art Museum opened in 1927, featuring a neoclassical design by
Louisville architect Arthur Loomis, it was widely hailed as one
of the most modern museums in the United States. With its spacious
skylit galleries and growing European and American collection,
the Speed became an immediate hit for art patrons of all ages
and quickly secured Louisville’s stature as a leading cultural
center.
Now, following an extensive
$12 million renovation completed in 1997, the Speed Art Museum
is focused on fulfilling an ambitious mission: bringing great
art and people together. In 2000, the Speed presented Rembrandt
to Gainsborough: Masterpieces from England’s Dulwich Picture
Gallery, an exhibition which drew over 83,000 visitors including
15,000 school children. Visitors attended from 18 states, over
1000 different zip codes, and 11 foreign countries. The Speed
was truly honored to be one of only two places in the U.S. to
host the exhibit and was thrilled be able to share so many wonderful
masterpieces with such as large audience.
The Speed continues
to bring exciting programs and exhibitions to the community and
the region. We hope that you will enjoy this website and that
we will see you at the museum soon!
Charles Venable
Director
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