MUSEUM BULLETINMUSEUM NEWS AMERICAN IMPRESSIONISM The Lure of the Artists’ Colony On view through March 4, 2018 1. Frank Weston Benson, 1862-1951, On Grand River, c. 1930, oil on

M U S E U M B U L L E T I NA Quarterly Newsletter for Museum Members Vol. XI No. 1 • Winter 2018

IN THIS ISSUE

EVENTS • 2 & 3 MAD HATTER’S TEA PARTY • 4

MCKEE STUDENT ART SHOW • 7

On the cover | American ImpressionismCharles Webster Hawthrone, A Study in White, c. 1900,

oil on canvas, 36 x 22”, Reading Public Museum

MUSEUM EVENTS

NEW ACTIVITIES FOR VISITORS

With the newly redesigned galleries, we have created new activity guides to spark imagination, creativity, and to foster connections with the core art collections, and visitor maps were redesigned to be more user-friendly and interactive. These items are available in both digital and print formats so families can download a guide before they visit, or pick one up for free at the Visitor Services Desk.

The new guides feature a unique way to experience the Museum. The Family Guide offers fun activities such as an Art Hunt, I-Spy, and even a space to draw your own masterpiece! Looking for a more in-depth, guided museum tour? Pick up the Highlights Tour guide and get a closer look at ten of the Haggin’s iconic core artworks with interesting facts about the paintings, artists, or subject matter. Enhance your museum visit and see art in a new light!

Get creative at the Haggin! 2nd Saturday events are designed for children ages 5-12, and feature hands-on events for families. Activities include art projects, interactive programs and museum-wide events. Reservations are not required, but seating is available on a first come-

first served basis. Materials and activities are included with regular admission.

SALT THE SKIESSAT, JAN 13 | 1:30 - 3 PMLong nights don’t have to be dreary! Learn how to use salt to create a vivid, night-sky watercolor.

RING IN THE NEW YEARSAT, FEB 10 | 1:30 - 3 PMLearn about Chinese New Year traditions and create your own craft to celebrate the Year of the Dog.

IN LIKE A LION...SAT, MAR 10 | 1:30 - 3 PMHarness unpredictable spring weather with windy and rainy day crafts.

2nd Saturdays for Families programming is generously underwritten by Joan W. DiehlFor more information, contact the Education Department at 209.940.6315 or [email protected]

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Complimentary wine from Weibel Family Vineyards & Winery and snacks courtesy of the Junior Women’s Group will be available beginning at 6:30 pm every 1st & 3rd Thursday evening, when the

Museum and Museum Store are open until 9 pm.


Enjoy a special evening at the Haggin Museum.Events vary each month with special guests, live

music, wine and more!

Grab your friends or make it a date!

THURSDAY, JAN 4 | 7 PMMisner and Smith | Soaring vocal

harmonies and story-filled, poetic songwriting - Misner & Smith’s

sound harkens back to the bedrock of modern American

rock & folk. Paying tribute to strong influences like Simon & Garfunkel, The Band, and

Buffalo Springfield, they invent a sound all their own, seducing

listeners with music that captures longing and belonging in the same

moment.

THURSDAY, JAN 18 | 7 PMMark & Cindy Lemaire | Mark Lemaire is known for his unique guitar style: fingerpicking, slap-and-tap harmonics, and a sweet touch that goes straight to your heart. Mark’s harmonies with Cindy Lemaire are so perfectly matched that they seem like two people with one voice.

THURSDAY, FEB 15 | 7 PMArt Night at the Haggin | Sip some wine and have fun as you create art in guided activities throughout the museum galleries. Create your own works of art while surrounded by beautiful inspiration! This event is geared towards adults so call the babysitter and enjoy an evening with friends at the Haggin. Cheers!

THURSDAY, MAR 15 | 7 PMLois Flood | Lois Flood has been performing the exquisite dances of Isadora Duncan for over 25 years. Her interpretations are widely recognized for their dynamic, expressive and dramatic qualities. She is acknowledged for her sensitive and profound musicality as she creates visual music through movement. She has performed and taught master classes in NYC, Paris and San Francisco. Lois is well known in the N. California area, where she performs lecture/dance programs at theaters, museums and colleges. Flood grew up in NYC where she initially studied ballet. She has spent many years teaching Duncan Dance to all ages and is the founder of Diablo Dance Theatre.

THURSDAY, FEB 1 | 7 PMPacific Avenue Clarinets | Five clarinets and an

occasional percussionist play original works and transcriptions for clarinet.

Performances feature sounds from Coltrane to Bozza. Michael

Hernandez, Amanda Martin, Connor Moen, Christina

Severin, and Chris Steffanic work together to bring out a unique “sound picture” of

every piece; whether the work is jazz oriented, mid-

eastern, European, or classical American, every work has a

distinctive collage of sounds.

THURSDAY, MAR 1 | 7 PMMovie Screening: Dolores | Dolores Huerta is among the most

important, yet least known activists in American history. An equal partner in

co-founding the first farm workers unions with Cesar Chavez, her enormous contributions have

gone largely unrecognized. She tirelessly led the fight for racial

and labor justice alongside Chavez, becoming one of the

most defiant feminists of the twentieth century – and at 87 she

continues the fight to this day. With intimate and unprecedented access

to this intensely private mother to eleven, the film reveals the raw, personal

stakes involved in committing one’s life to social change.

Directed by Peter Bratt. Film courtesy of PBS.

MUSEUM NEWS

Mad Hatter’s Tea Party

The Museum Store hosted the annual Holiday Open House in early November, 2017. The event was a success! Members and their guests got a head start on holiday shopping while enjoying some early holiday cheer and delicious treats. The Museum Store would like to thank all of the dedicated members and volunteers who help make this a special museum event each and every year.

The Museum Store also hosted Museum Store Sunday in November which featured hand-made items designed by local artists, Rebekah Burr-Siegel and Linda Whittock.

MUSEUM STORE NEWS

A GENEROUS GIFT FROM THE BANK OF STOCKTON

Join the Mad Hatter, Alice and the White Rabbit at the 23rd Annual Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. This popular springtime event, started by the Museum Store Auxiliary in 1993, is inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic

story Alice in Wonderland. You will be able to meet other characters from the book, including Alice, the White Rabbit and the Queen of Hearts; all are brought to life by local drama students.

Tea is served from elegant silver tea services, accompanied by delicious canapés, cookies and other tea time treats prepared by Museum Store Auxiliary members.

This annual event is much anticipated by museum members and sells out, so watch for your invitations during the last week of February and make your reservations promptly.

For more information, contact Jan Gerst at (209) 462-2300 or [email protected]. If you know of families who would like to attend but are not members, please encourage them to join the museum by contacting Visitor Services & Membership Coordinator Celia Castro at (209) 940-6316 or [email protected].

March 24, 2018 – 10:30 am to 12:30 pm

The Bank of Stockton and the Haggin Museum have long enjoyed a close and collaborative association. As the Bank celebrates its vibrant 150-year history, we know first-hand of their continuous commitment to our community. The museum’s relationship with the Bank dates back to 1928, prior the museum

being built. Since that time, we’ve worked together on joint projects that utilize each of our organization’s rich photographic collections, been fortunate to have Bank representatives serve on our Board of Trustees, and have benefited from numerous financial gifts that the Bank has generously made to the Haggin over the years.

Our staff recently had the opportunity to meet with Douglass M. Eberhardt, CEO and Chairman of the Board of the Bank of Stockton and update him regarding our newly renovated core art galleries. “We have long known

how fortunate the museum is that the Bank of Stockton and Mr. Eberhardt believe in the unique educational and cultural programs that we provide. It is gratifying that they value what the Haggin contributes to the quality of life in our community” said Tod Ruhstaller, Haggin CEO. At this meeting, Mr. Eberhardt presented Ruhstaller a major gift to be used at the discretion of the museum’s Board of Trustees. Ruhstaller added, “We’re proud of the fact the Bank of Stockton believes that supporting our institution is a sound investment.”

Douglass M. Eberhardt


MUSEUM NEWS

2018 Special Exhibition Schedule

The Museum would like to introduce our newest member to our staff. Aly Kowalski, Education Assistant, will assist with educational events and programming, docent training, and museum tours. She previously worked as the Membership and Interpretive Tour Coordinator for the Sacramento History Museum

where she helped run the Underground and Gold Fever! Tours. Kowalski has a Bachelor’s of Science from UC Davis in anthropology with an emphasis on archaeology.

“Coming from outside of Stockton,” Kowalski explains, “I had no idea what an inspiring and rich collection the Haggin Museum held. When you

add in the passion and welcoming attitude of the staff and docents, I could not have asked for a better institution to join. I can’t wait to help bring the art and history of the Haggin Museum to life.”

Kowalski enjoys going on hikes with her Great Dane Vader traveling to destinations both near and far.

MUSEUM STAFF NEWS

NEW MUSEUM STAFF

60th Stockton Art League Juried ExhibitionMay 17-July 15, 2018

FULL SUN: American Women Artists Illuminate the Haggin MuseumAugust 2-September 16, 2018

THE BOOMER LIST: Photographs by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders

October 4-December 30th, 2018

Paintings and sculptures by AWA members inspired by 13 paintings from the Haggin’s collection.

Rewarding new works submitted by long-standing local artists and newcomers from around the country.

In partnership with AARP, the Newseum presents The Boomer List: Photographs by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders, an exhibition of 19 large-format portraits of some of the most fascinating members of the influential baby boom

generation — one born each year from 1946 to 1964.

We’re excited to announce that two museum staff members have taken on more responsibilities and new leadership roles in their departments.

Lindsey MunzelDirector of Education

Andrea DompeCollections Manager

Diana Reuter-Twining, Hush, bronze on wood base, 9x18x9”

Portrait by Tina Moore


MUSEUM NEWS

AMERICAN IMPRESSIONISMThe Lure of the Artists’ Colony

On view through March 4, 2018

1. Frank Weston Benson, 1862-1951, On Grand River, c. 1930, oil on canvas, 36” x 44” 2. Guy Carleton Wiggins, 1883-1962, Gloucester at Twilight, 1916, oil on canvas, 12” x 16” 3. Robert Lewis Reid, Summer Breezes, c. 1910-1920, oil on canvas, 25” x 30”

HAGGIN MUSEUM ARTIST HIGHLIGHT

French artist Rosa Bonheur (1822 – 1899) was well respected and considered to be one of the most famous female painters of the 19th century. Bonheur drew inspiration from her father, Raimond, who was a landscape painter, political radical and supporter of women’s rights. Raimond encouraged Bonheur’s desire to become an artist and taught her how to

draw and paint which laid the foundation for her future success.

French academics barred women from taking most art classes, which made it difficult for aspiring women artists to develop the skills and professional connections that were necessary for successful careers. Although this was an obstacle, Bonheur did not let this stop her from pursuing her passion and she began to draw animals rather than human figure. She had to visit unconventional places to study the anatomy of animals, and in order to fit in amongst the men, Bonheur applied to the police for permission to wear trousers. Once she was granted permission, she also cut her hair and was able to sketch without distraction and avoid being conspicuous.

ROSA BONHEUR | A PIONEER FOR WOMEN

Leonce Benedite, the Director of the Musee du Luxembourg, said Bonheur “put woman on the same footing as man in art, and, at the same time, won herself wide admiration, based, not on any singularity of life… but on her own unaided, robust, virile, observing, and well-trained talent…she attained an exceptional place in art, akin to that of George Sand in the field of letters.” Rosa Bonheur firmly believed in gender equality and served as an inspiration to not only women artists, but to all women.

Harvest Season, Rosa Bonheur, c. 1859, oil on canvas

The Haggin is delighted to partner with The Eleanor Project and Goodstock Productions for a special Women’s History Month event. Stay tunned for more information!


SPECIAL EXHIBITION

87th Annual McKee Student Art Show

Celebrate the arts in education during the 87th Annual McKee Student Art Exhibit, the longest running student art exhibition in the country! This event features the work of student artists from kindergarten through grade 12.

The exhibition was first envisioned by founding patron Robert T. McKee, whose goal was to encourage students by providing a public venue for their artwork. All schools

in San Joaquin County—public, private, charter, parochial and home-schools—receive invitations to submit their work. On average, Haggin receives 1,000 pieces of art chosen by the teachers as the best in their class. The Museum’s Tuleburg and West galleries will be filled with two- and three-dimensional art works created in crayon, colored pencil, pastel, watercolor, oil and acrylic paint, photography, and other mediums.

March 22—April 29, 2018

McKee Exhibition Judge Selected

The Education Department is pleased to announce the selection of Gabriel Reyes as this year’s McKee Exhibition Judge. Reyes, a Stockton-native, attended Academy of Art University: San Francisco Art School and has been involved with promoting the Stockton arts community as a member, and former president, of the 1850 Collective. The local arts group organized its first exhibition in March 2016. Named after the year Stockton was officially founded, 1850 Collective was an idea brought to life by over a dozen Stockton artists, and nurtured by the growing downtown community. Reyes continues to show his artwork in exhibitions regionally.

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.” – Pablo Picasso

Opening Reception:Sunday, March 25, 2018 | 1:30 - 3 pm

This year the Museum will hold a welcome reception for students, their families, and teachers on March 25th. This event is FREE to everyone and sponsored by the Junior Women’s Group of the Haggin Museum who will provide punch and cookies to the guests.

La Riss Vasquez- Overall Excellence Award (detail)

*All SJ county K-12 teachers are invited to drop off artwork March 8-10, 2018. Visit hagginmuseum.org for guidelines.


AUXILIARIES & DONORS

DEPARTMENT OF MUSEUM TRAVEL

NAPA FOOD & ART EXPERIENCE

MARINE WILDLIFE TOUR

BOUQUETS TO ART

Culinary Institute of America at CopiaThe Hess Collection Winery & Art MuseumThurs, May 10. 2018 | 7:45 am - 6 pm$100 for members* | $135 for non-members

Elkhorn Slough Safari Nature Boat Tour & Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve Visitor CenterThurs, April 12, 2018 | 7:45 am - 6 pm$107 for members* | $142 for non-members

deYoung Museum, San FranciscoWed, March 14, 2018 | 7:30 am - 6:30 pm$95 for members* | $130 for non-members

Spend the day in Napa with stops at Culinary Institute of America at Copia and The Hess Collection Winery and Art Museum.

For more information & reservations:Tour Escorts: Joan Mifsud (209) 403-5438 or [email protected]

* To secure a reservation, book soon. Reservations deadline is April 24, 2018, no refunds after this date.

Join us for an interesting day as we travel to San Francisco by Storer Coachways to the deYoung Museum. For one week only, the beautiful Bouquets to Art exhibit is on display at the museum. The deYoung is proud to announce that the annual floral exhibit is now in its 34th successful year. Florists come from as far as Tokyo to the deYoung to reproduce the museum’s art collection by creating their own masterpieces. You will be

amazed to see how these extraordinary bouquets are inspired by the museum’s art collection.

For more information & reservations: Tour Escort: Pam Arana (209) 951-2498 or [email protected]

*To secure a reservation, book soon. Reservations must be received by February 27, 2018; no refunds will be given after this date.

Take a cruise with the Haggin Travel Department on an accessible pontoon boat in calm inland waters to view playful sea otters, curious harbor seals, sea lions and

©SF Bay Times

hundreds of birds. Hear the history of Elkhorn Slough, a sanctuary for marine wildlife from an informative tour guide. Afterwards, enjoy a no-host lunch at the famous Phil’s Fish Market and Eatery, a rustic scene with an extensive menu. In the afternoon, visit the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve Visitor’s Center to hear more about the sloughs’ history and view habitats of the wildlife that live in this beautiful inlet. Bring your camera or sketch pad to capture a beautiful scene to take home. This popular trip is limited in the number of participants.

For more information & reservations: Tour Escort: Joan Mifsud (209) 403-5438 [email protected]

*To secure a reservation, book soon. Reservations must be received by March 27, 2018; no refunds will be given after this date.

OLLIE and SICL members are invited to travel at the same cost as museum members. A membership to the Haggin Museum will get you all our trips at the lower price. For more information about museum membership, visit www.hagginmuseum.org/JoinGive or contact Celia Castro at [email protected].


AUXILIARIES & DONORS

The Ladies Auxiliary to California Pioneers will hold its 90th Annual Spring Card Party on Wednesday, April 4th at the Haggin Museum.

This auxiliary event began in 1928 to raise funds to build the museum. It features the card game of your choice preceded by a delicious dessert, coffee and tea. Men are welcome to join in on the fun!

The galleries will be filled with beautiful flower arrangements created by auxiliary members.

The reservation deadline is Monday, March 28. For more information, call Lynne Sandberg at (209) 887-3933

Please make your check payable to:LACP and mail to Lynne Sandberg, P.O. Box 166, Linden, CA 95236.

The LACP was pleased to welcome guest speaker Mel Corren at the November meeting in the beautifully reimagined McKee Gallery.

After enjoying a winter break, the next LACP meeting will be the annual potluck luncheon on February 7 at noon.

The March 7 meeting at 1 pm. will feature a

program, “The U.S. Enters the Great War: A Centennial” presented by Elaine Dixon-Ugarkovich.

Guests are welcome to attend the monthly LACP presentations at the museum.

LADIES AUXILIARY TOCALIFORNIA PIONEERSSPRING CARD PARTY

LACP NEWS

Wednesday, April 4, 2018 | 1 - 4 pm$12.50 per person | $50 per table

Ralph Yardley , 1928

2017 AUXILIARY PRESIDENTS

LACPLACP Board

HAGGIN SOCIAL CLUBCatey Campora

DOCENT COUNCILJohn Dierking

DEPT OF MUSEUM TRAVELBeverly Fitch McCarthy

JUNIOR WOMEN’S CLUBSusie Perry and Gail Brodie

MUSEUM STORE AUXILIARYAmanda Cottrell

THANK YOU!Each holiday season the Museum is beautifully decorated by the Junior Women’s Group Auxiliary, which also hosts the biennial Family Christmas Party. The JWG transformed the Museum into a

winter wonderland of shinning and twinkling lights for the “Shimmering Christmas Party” held in December. Over 400 guests enjoyed a variety of homemade food, holiday music, singing along with elves and visiting with Santa Claus. JWG and the Haggin Staff are grateful for the assistance of the Stockton firefighters

who provide much of the heavy lifting for the event set-up and clean-up. The Haggin’s Board of Trustees and staff would like to thank all volunteers whose efforts benefit our members and visitors during the holiday season.

Left: Christmas Setup, 2015, above: Hull Gallery ready for the holidays.


MEMBERSHIP & GIFTS

G I F T M E M B E R S H I P SJuly 29, 2017 - November 9, 2017

Membership Given To Membership Given By

FAMILY

Rob & Karri Brown Mrs. Rolla O. Brown

The Jesus Cornejo Family Mark & Lisa Cunningham

Anthony & Jarrod Corradi Steve & Lisa Prato

Greg & Stefani Delucchi Robert & Rebecca Carlson

The Manuel Ferman Family Mr. & Mrs. Keith D. Hilken

Ole Helleskov Carsten Pedersen

Colleen & Dan Mulrooney Robert & Rebecca Carlson

Mr. & Mrs. James P. Nylen Wendy Spaner

Alison & Jeremy Skelton Janet & Kelly Nimtz

INDIVIDUAL

Catherine Christensen Ms. Carol E. Sims

Cathy Clark Beth Wilson

Christine E. Haines Elizabeth Haines

Paul Heiman Mrs. Janet C. Heiman

SUPPORTING

Justin J. & Megan Soulsby Kevin & Deborah Soulsby

Mary & George Westin Ms. Carol J. Thomas

Tim & Meghan Weyrich Kevin & Deborah Soulsby

N E W A N D U P G R A D E D * M E M B E R S H I P SJuly 29, 2017 - November 9, 2017

CORNERSTONE Patron

Bob & Marlene Hnath*Dick & Caroline McClure*

CORNERSTONE Benefactor

Marylee & Bert Levy*

CORNERSTONE Friendship

Ms. Eleanor Vollmann DiGiorgio*Carolyn Mallett*Rebecca Secor-Edgerton & Paul Edgerton*J. Thomas Seibly & Betty L. Seibly*

SUPPORTING

Rupert & Gayle Asuncion*Gayle & Eual Blansett*Mr. & Mrs. Charles D. Bloch*Thomas BogarSharon BrownCarol Conley*Carolyn Cruz*Frances CurryMary DelouizeElla M. Evans*Mr. & Mrs. Ronald F. Filpi*Rex Hamilton*Mary Hickman & Phillip Spohn*Mr. & Mrs. Randy Hittle*Jay Holmes*Wyman & Corin JeungKathelen Johnson*Norio & Margaret Kawai*Nicolasa Kuster & Robert BottorffMeredith Lange & Paul Martin*Anthony & Linda Lucaccini*Dave & Sally MantoothPatrick & Tamara Matthews*Mr. & Mrs. Tom McHugh*Caleb Mize & Tina Candelo-MizeBernadine & George Piccardo*Mary Ann Poletti & John Poletti*Allen & Vicky SawyerWilliam & Rita SchuckmanLeslie & Stephen Sherman*

Phoebe Storey*Michael TiftRoy Uyeda*Robert & Lynda Winter*

FAMILY

Jeffrey & Lori BrownBarbara Cohoon DemmonsManny & Rose CoronadoNancy DaileyPatrick & Christina DoranBarbara Hom-Escoto & Victor EscotoNoreen Falls*Allan R. Fetters*Jillian & James GerardRon & Christine Greco*Barbara Heiser*Charlyn HulsmanJohn Karow, Jr.*Jose & Cathy MartinezDavid & Nicole MasseyMolly MojherCarolyn & Don MoseleyWilliam & Diane OrenJoyce Pedrucci & Candace HemrichKimberlee RoiderDr. Dianne Runion*Heidi SantinoShannon Walker & Stuart Chandra

INDIVIDUAL

Denise Marie BretzAlan ChanSusan DompeRhonda DonderoPamela ErwinMargaret FarrowJanice FioreRobin KelleyPam NeedhamCarol Panerio*Ellen ParadisoColleen PlattValerie SerlesBeverly J. SlyderTerry SpearsLili SpiegelSharon SpolnickDanny Zazueta


MEMBERSHIP & GIFTS

M E M O R I A L G I F T SJuly 29, 2017 - November 9, 2017

Gifts received for the birthday of In Celebration of the 59th Birthday of Pat BoweJoan Bowe

Gifts received in memory of Barbara ChristainMrs. Marge Hellwig

Gifts received in honor of Robert E. FergusonMim Hodge

Gifts received in memory of Robert “Bob” FoyMr. & Mrs. Gary ChristophersonDoug & Marsha HaydelBill & Shirley Storm

Gifts received in memory of William “Bill” HarperAlice G. Lenz

Gifts received in memory of Douglas G. HoltPhoebe D. Farnam

Gifts received in memory of Dr. Jack T. JenningsMr. & Mrs. John Armanino

Gifts received in memory of Ronald KruegerKroloff, Belcher, Smart, Perry, & Chistopherson Professional Law Corporation

Gifts received in memory of John McCarthyJohn Niemi & Melinda Meyer Niemi

Gifts received in memory of Robert “Bob” MerdingerEdward & Sandra CruzHaggin Museum Docent CouncilPaul & Terry HouseJohn & Kathy HymesErnie & Pam Segale

Gifts received in memory of Robert SchenePhoebe D. FarnamGifts received for the birthday of In Celebration of the 90th Birthday of Marilyn SeelyMrs. Marge Hellwig

Gifts received in memory of Victor SolariAnne B. Sheldon & Fred Nishi

Gifts received in memory of Cheryl WhiteDr. & Mrs. Gary R. BaughmanRandy & Jamie Davis

Gifts received in memory of Nancy WoodwardAnne B. Sheldon & Fred Nishi

S P EC I A L G I F T SJuly 29, 2017 - November 9, 2017

21ST CENTURY SOCIETY PLANNED GIVINGCapt. & Mrs. Kirby Robinson Estate

Phase I: Haggin Museum Art Galleries RedesignWMB Architects

GRANTSMuseums On Us InitiativeBank of America Corporation

Exhibition SponsorshipPicasso’s La TauromaquiaBank of America Corporation

Unrestricted GiftsPam AranaGenevieve BurlandoLadies Auxiliary to California PioneersKroloff, Belcher, Smart, Perry & Christopherson Professional Law CorporationCarylann McClurePam NeedhamJo Pratt

For more information about memberships contact:Celia Castro at 209.940.6316or [email protected]

If you are like most of us, you have just completed gathering your 2017 income tax information for your accountant and are beginning to plan for next year. Discussing income taxes and wills can be very awkward, but are subjects that we all need to address no matter what our financial standing. Six out of 10 people do not have a will. But by preparing one, you ensure that your assets go to the people and institutions most important to you. A will also allows you to make a significant gift with little or no impact on your current lifestyle.

There are many individuals who have designated the Haggin as a beneficiary in their estate planning, in addition to providing for their loved ones. In honor of these generous gifts the museum has developed the 21st Century Club, whose contributors are recognized during their lifetime.

If you are considering making a bequest to the Haggin Museum, it is a very simple process. You can do so by preparing a new will or amending the will you already have. You can choose the size of the gift and specify if you want the gift to support the museum’s overall mission or be designated for a specific use. As with any legal document, a will should be prepared with the advice of your attorney, and your wishes discussed with family.

21ST CENTURY SOCIETY PLANNED GIVING


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ADMISSION$8 Adults • $7 for Seniors (65+) • $5 for Students, Youth (10 - 17)FREE for Haggin Museum Members and children under 10 with an adultFREE General Admission on the 1st Saturday of each month

Kurt BlakelyThomas E. Bowe III Angela BrusaTim GrunskyKathleen A. HartBill Jeffery Kerry L. KruegerDick McClure

James Hanley, Chair Chris McCaffrey, Vice ChairMike Klocke, SecretaryKevin Soulsby, Treasurer

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MUSEUM STAFFTod Ruhstaller • Chief Executive Officer, Curator of HistorySusan Obert • Deputy Director, Director of DevelopmentDeborah Wise • Accountant Andrea Dompe • Collections ManagerLindsey Munzel • Director of EducationAlexandra Kowalski • Education Assistant Celia Castro • Visitor Services, Membership CoordinatorAmanda Zimmerman • Publicity & Marketing CoordinatorMerylene Marengo • Administrative Assistant

Lisa Falls • Museum Store ManagerBarbara Avey • Museum Store AssistantCheryl Taylor • Museum Store AssistantRyan Martin • Front Desk ReceptionistGarrett Daniells • Facilities Superintendent Abdul Raiman • Senior Security

Tawni Vargas • Senior Security

Johannes Donato • Guard

Aaron McDowell • Guard

John McKinleyCarol J. Ornelas Gina Brown RishwainLeticia RoblesSharon K. Schenone Monica J. StreeterGregory J. TudorEd Zuckerman

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MUSEUM BULLETINMUSEUM NEWS AMERICAN IMPRESSIONISM The Lure of the Artists’ Colony On view through March 4, 2018 1. Frank Weston Benson, 1862-1951, On Grand River, c. 1930, oil on