The ancient Greeks so cherished their muses that they erected entire buildings in which to house them. Ever since, museums have been the place to safeguard treasures both ancient and modern. The halls are gathering places for anyone inclined to a bit of quiet contemplation of genius. But art appreciation comes the cost of acquiring rare works, maintaining them, and mounting exhibitions. And in a modern media age of everything interactive, the competition for the public’s attention and generosity has some in the museum world summoning the inspiration of a different muse: the market. Not everyone in the museum world is happy about that.
Guests:
Malcolm Rogers, director, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
James Cuno, director, Courtauld Institute of Art, London